Olympus E-PL6 vs Pentax Q-S1
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Olympus E-PL6 vs Pentax Q-S1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 325g - 111 x 64 x 38mm
- Introduced August 2014
- New Model is Olympus E-PL7
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- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax Q Mount
- 203g - 105 x 58 x 34mm
- Introduced August 2014
Olympus E-PL6 vs Pentax Q-S1 Overview
Let's take a more detailed look at the Olympus E-PL6 versus Pentax Q-S1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Olympus and Pentax. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the E-PL6 (16MP) and Q-S1 (12MP) and the E-PL6 (Four Thirds) and Q-S1 (1/1.7") provide different sensor sizing.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe E-PL6 was manufactured around the same time to the Q-S1 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the E-PL6 grades against the Q-S1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Olympus E-PL6 vs Pentax Q-S1 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus PEN E-PL6 and Pentax Q-S1. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus E-PL6 Gallery and Pentax Q-S1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PL6 over the Pentax Q-S1
E-PL6 | Q-S1 | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax Q-S1 over the Olympus E-PL6
Q-S1 | E-PL6 |
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Common features in the Olympus E-PL6 and Pentax Q-S1
E-PL6 | Q-S1 | |||
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Introduced | August 2014 | August 2014 | Similar generation | |
Manually focus | More precise focusing | |||
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen measurement | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 460k | Same screen resolution |
Olympus E-PL6 vs Pentax Q-S1 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-PL6 offers outside measurements of 111mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs) whilst the Pentax Q-S1 has dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 203 grams (0.45 lbs).
Check out the Olympus E-PL6 versus Pentax Q-S1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have at the time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the E-PL6 versus the Q-S1.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the E-PL6 and Q-S1 is 88 and 92 respectively.
Olympus E-PL6 vs Pentax Q-S1 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizing only by going over a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the E-PL6 and Q-S1.
As you can see, the 2 cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The E-PL6 due to its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF simpler and the Olympus E-PL6 will deliver extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a bit more aggressively.
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Olympus E-PL6 vs Pentax Q-S1 Specifications
Olympus PEN E-PL6 | Pentax Q-S1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Pentax |
Model | Olympus PEN E-PL6 | Pentax Q-S1 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2014-08-01 | 2014-08-04 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | TruePic VI | Q Engine |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | 1/1.7" |
Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 35 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Micro Four Thirds | Pentax Q |
Number of lenses | 107 | 8 |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 8.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m (bundled FL-LM1) | 4.90 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) | Auto, redeye reduction, slow sync, trailing curtain sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30,25, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30, 25, 24p), 640 x 480 (30, 25, 24p) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 325 gr (0.72 pounds) | 203 gr (0.45 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 64 x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") | 105 x 58 x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 360 shots | 250 shots |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BLS-5 | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $300 | $250 |