Olympus SP-100 vs Pentax Q
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Olympus SP-100 vs Pentax Q Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400 (Bump to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1200mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 594g - 122 x 91 x 133mm
- Introduced January 2014
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax Q Mount
- 180g - 98 x 57 x 31mm
- Revealed June 2011
- Replacement is Pentax Q10
Olympus SP-100 vs Pentax Q Overview
Following is a thorough comparison of the Olympus SP-100 versus Pentax Q, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Olympus and Pentax. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the SP-100 (16MP) and Q (12MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe SP-100 was manufactured 2 years after the Q which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SP-100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax Q being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the SP-100 grades versus the Q in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Olympus SP-100 vs Pentax Q Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus SP-100 and Pentax Q. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-100 Gallery and Pentax Q Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-100 over the Pentax Q
SP-100 | Q | |||
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Revealed | January 2014 | June 2011 | More modern by 32 months |
Reasons to pick Pentax Q over the Olympus SP-100
Q | SP-100 |
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Common features in the Olympus SP-100 and Pentax Q
SP-100 | Q | |||
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Focus manually | Very precise focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen sizing | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 460k | Same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | No Touch screen |
Olympus SP-100 vs Pentax Q Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SP-100 offers outside measurements of 122mm x 91mm x 133mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 5.2") along with a weight of 594 grams (1.31 lbs) while the Pentax Q has dimensions of 98mm x 57mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") and a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).
See the Olympus SP-100 versus Pentax Q in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the SP-100 compared to the Q.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SP-100 and Q is 63 and 93 respectively.
Olympus SP-100 vs Pentax Q Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes simply by going over technical specs. The pic here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-100 and Q.
As you have seen, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Olympus SP-100 to offer you extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more recent SP-100 is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.
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Olympus SP-100 vs Pentax Q Specifications
Olympus Stylus SP-100 | Pentax Q | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Pentax |
Model | Olympus Stylus SP-100 | Pentax Q |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2014-01-29 | 2011-06-23 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Max boosted ISO | 12800 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 25 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Pentax Q |
Lens focal range | 24-1200mm (50.0x) | - |
Highest aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | - |
Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
Total lenses | - | 8 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 920 thousand dot | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1700 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 7.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Red Eye Reduction, Fill-in, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Trailing-curtain sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | - | 1/2000 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 594 grams (1.31 lb) | 180 grams (0.40 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 122 x 91 x 133mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 5.2") | 98 x 57 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 47 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 20.2 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.1 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 189 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 pictures | 230 pictures |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LI-92B | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $400 | $695 |