Olympus VR-320 vs Pentax Q-S1
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Olympus VR-320 vs Pentax Q-S1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 158g - 101 x 58 x 29mm
- Revealed July 2011
- Renewed by Olympus VR-330
(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
- Introduced August 2014
Olympus VR-320 vs Pentax Q-S1 Overview
Lets take a closer look at the Olympus VR-320 and Pentax Q-S1, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the VR-320 (14MP) and the Q-S1 (12MP) is very close but the VR-320 (1/2.3") and Q-S1 (1/1.7") offer different sensor dimensions.
Ulanzi's Tripod Ensures Ultra Smooth FilmingThe VR-320 was manufactured 4 years earlier than the Q-S1 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus VR-320 being a Compact camera and the Pentax Q-S1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting into a in depth comparison, here is a simple view of how the VR-320 scores vs the Q-S1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Olympus VR-320 vs Pentax Q-S1 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus VR-320 & Pentax Q-S1. The entire galleries are available at Olympus VR-320 Gallery & Pentax Q-S1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus VR-320 over the Pentax Q-S1
VR-320 | Q-S1 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax Q-S1 over the Olympus VR-320
Q-S1 | VR-320 | |||
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Introduced | August 2014 | July 2011 | Fresher by 37 months | |
Manual focus | More precise focusing | |||
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus VR-320 and Pentax Q-S1
VR-320 | Q-S1 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display sizing | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | No Touch friendly display |
Olympus VR-320 vs Pentax Q-S1 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and size. The Olympus VR-320 provides exterior measurements of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs) while 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).
Analyze the Olympus VR-320 and Pentax Q-S1 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the VR-320 vs the Q-S1.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the VR-320 and Q-S1 is 94 and 92 respectively.
Olympus VR-320 vs Pentax Q-S1 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizing only by viewing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the VR-320 and Q-S1.
Clearly, both of those cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The VR-320 due to its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF tougher and the Olympus VR-320 will result in more detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos way more aggressively. The older VR-320 will be behind in sensor tech.
Olympus VR-320 vs Pentax Q-S1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus VR-320 vs Pentax Q-S1 Specifications
Olympus VR-320 | Pentax Q-S1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Pentax |
Model type | Olympus VR-320 | Pentax Q-S1 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2011-07-19 | 2014-08-04 |
Body design | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | TruePic III | Q Engine |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.7" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Pentax Q |
Lens zoom range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | - |
Largest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | - |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 8 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 5.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.70 m | 4.90 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | 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 | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30,25, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30, 25, 24p), 640 x 480 (30, 25, 24p) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 158 gr (0.35 pounds) | 203 gr (0.45 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 101 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 105 x 58 x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 250 pictures |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LI-42B | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $179 | $250 |