Olympus 1 vs Pentax Q-S1
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Olympus 1 vs Pentax Q-S1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-300mm (F2.8) lens
- 402g - 116 x 87 x 57mm
- Revealed November 2013
- Successor is Olympus 1s
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax Q Mount
- 203g - 105 x 58 x 34mm
- Announced August 2014
Olympus 1 vs Pentax Q-S1 Overview
Here is a in-depth analysis of the Olympus 1 vs Pentax Q-S1, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the 1 (12MP) and the Q-S1 (12MP) is fairly similar and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/1.7").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe 1 was brought out 8 months before the Q-S1 and they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus 1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax Q-S1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before going straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise overview of how the 1 matches up vs the Q-S1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Olympus 1 vs Pentax Q-S1 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus 1 & Pentax Q-S1. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus 1 Gallery & Pentax Q-S1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus 1 over the Pentax Q-S1
1 | Q-S1 | |||
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Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 460k | Clearer display (+580k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax Q-S1 over the Olympus 1
Q-S1 | 1 | |||
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Announced | August 2014 | November 2013 | Fresher by 8 months |
Common features in the Olympus 1 and Pentax Q-S1
1 | Q-S1 | |||
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Manually focus | More precise focusing | |||
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen |
Olympus 1 vs Pentax Q-S1 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Olympus 1 provides external measurements of 116mm x 87mm x 57mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.2") and a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs) whilst the Pentax Q-S1 has specifications of 105mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 203 grams (0.45 lbs).
Compare the Olympus 1 vs Pentax Q-S1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the 1 and the Q-S1.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the 1 and Q-S1 is 79 and 92 respectively.
Olympus 1 vs Pentax Q-S1 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizing purely by reviewing specifications. The photograph below will offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the 1 and Q-S1.
Plainly, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution and you can expect similar quality of files however you will need to take the age of the products into consideration. The older 1 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
Olympus 1 vs Pentax Q-S1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus 1 vs Pentax Q-S1 Specifications
Olympus Stylus 1 | Pentax Q-S1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Pentax |
Model | Olympus Stylus 1 | Pentax Q-S1 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2013-11-25 | 2014-08-04 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic VI | Q Engine |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/1.7" |
Sensor dimensions | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor surface area | 41.5mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 25 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Pentax Q |
Lens focal range | 28-300mm (10.7x) | - |
Largest aperture | f/2.8 | - |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 8 |
Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 1,040 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 1,440 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 7.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.90 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, redeye reduction, fill-on, off, redeye reduction slow sync, full, manual | Auto, redeye reduction, slow sync, trailing curtain sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/2000 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p); high speed: 640 x 480 (120p), 320 x 240 (240p) | 1920 x 1080 (30,25, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30, 25, 24p), 640 x 480 (30, 25, 24p) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 402 grams (0.89 lb) | 203 grams (0.45 lb) |
Dimensions | 116 x 87 x 57mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.2") | 105 x 58 x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 51 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 20.7 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.6 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 179 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 shots | 250 shots |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BLS-5 | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $700 | $250 |