Clicky

Panasonic S1 vs Pentax Q

Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
21
Overall
29
Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1 front
 
Pentax Q front
Portability
93
Imaging
35
Features
47
Overall
39

Panasonic S1 vs Pentax Q Key Specs

Panasonic S1
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-112mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
  • 117g - 99 x 59 x 21mm
  • Revealed January 2011
Pentax Q
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 125 - 6400
  • Sensor based Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Pentax Q Mount
  • 180g - 98 x 57 x 31mm
  • Introduced June 2011
  • Refreshed by Pentax Q10
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modes

Panasonic S1 vs Pentax Q Overview

Below is a in depth overview of the Panasonic S1 versus Pentax Q, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the S1 (12MP) and the Q (12MP) is fairly close and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created Images

The S1 was announced 5 months prior to the Q so they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic S1 being a Compact camera and the Pentax Q being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short view of how the S1 grades against the Q in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD Cards
	
	

Reasons to pick Panasonic S1 over the Pentax Q

 S1 Q 

Reasons to pick Pentax Q over the Panasonic S1

 Q S1 
Focus manually More exact focus
Display dimensions3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution460k230kSharper display (+230k dot)

Common features in the Panasonic S1 and Pentax Q

 S1 Q 
IntroducedJanuary 2011June 2011Same age
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch friendly display Absent Touch friendly display

Panasonic S1 vs Pentax Q Physical Comparison

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic S1 enjoys outer dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Pentax Q has dimensions of 98mm x 57mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic S1 versus Pentax Q in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the S1 versus the Q.

Panasonic S1 vs Pentax Q size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S1 and Q is 96 and 93 respectively.

Panasonic S1 vs Pentax Q top view buttons comparison

Panasonic S1 vs Pentax Q Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it is very difficult to envision the contrast in sensor measurements merely by looking through a spec sheet. The visual underneath may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the S1 and Q.

Clearly, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution so you can expect comparable quality of photographs but you really should factor the launch date of the cameras into account.

Panasonic S1 vs Pentax Q sensor size comparison

Panasonic S1 vs Pentax Q Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic S1 vs Pentax Q Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firms

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Panasonic S1 Portrait photography advice
Pentax Q Portrait photography advice
21
manual focus not available
manual exposure not possible
cannot use external flash
low resolution sensor (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
45
has manual focus
above average flash sync speed (1/2,000 seconds)
saves RAW files
low MP (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music video

Street Comparison

Street photography with Panasonic S1
Street photography with Pentax Q
63
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than average (117 grams)
no moving screen
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
69
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
saves RAW files
lighter than average (180g)
screen does not articulate
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a Landslide

Sports Comparison

Panasonic S1 Sports photography factors
Pentax Q Sports photography factors
27
has image stabilization (Optical)
no shutter priority
low resolution sensor (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
31
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
offers tracking autofocus
max frames per second low (2.0 frames per second)
low MP (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
low battery (230 shots)
does not have phase detect autofocus
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhone

Travel Comparison

Panasonic S1 as a Travel photography camera
Pentax Q as a Travel photography camera
62
lighter than average (117g)
flash built-in
pretty wide (28mm)
does not have Timelapse recording
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
57
lighter than average (180g)
flash built-in
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
low battery (230 CIPA)
low MP (12MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
Photography Glossary

Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Panasonic S1
Landscape photography with Pentax Q
32
pretty wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
manual exposure not possible
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
does not have Timelapse recording
51
has manual focus
swap lenses (Pentax Q mount)
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
saves RAW files
low MP (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
low battery (230 CIPA)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next month

Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic S1 Vlogging details
Pentax Q Vlogging details
31
pretty wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than average (117 grams)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
video resolution low (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have microphone port
34
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than average (180 grams)
screen isn't selfie friendly
doesn't have external mic jack
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or ban

Panasonic S1 vs Pentax Q Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic S1 and Pentax Q
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1Pentax Q
General Information
Brand Panasonic Pentax
Model Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1 Pentax Q
Category Small Sensor Compact Entry-Level Mirrorless
Revealed 2011-01-05 2011-06-23
Body design Compact Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Powered by Venus Engine IV -
Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 27.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 12MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 6400 6400
Min native ISO 100 125
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Number of focus points 11 25
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens Pentax Q
Lens focal range 28-112mm (4.0x) -
Max aperture f/3.1-5.6 -
Macro focus distance 5cm -
Number of lenses - 8
Focal length multiplier 5.9 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7" 3"
Screen resolution 230k dot 460k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Screen technology TFT LCD TFT Color LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8s 30s
Maximum shutter speed 1/1600s 1/2000s
Continuous shooting speed - 2.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 3.30 m 5.60 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Trailing-curtain sync
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Maximum flash sync - 1/2000s
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (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 1280x720 1920x1080
Video 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 proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 117 grams (0.26 lbs) 180 grams (0.40 lbs)
Physical dimensions 99 x 59 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") 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 240 pictures 230 pictures
Style of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model - D-LI68
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 12 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots 1 1
Price at launch $269 $695