Panasonic S1 vs Pentax Q
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Panasonic S1 vs Pentax Q Key Specs
(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
(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
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").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe 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.
Panasonic S1 vs Pentax Q Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1 & Pentax Q. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic S1 Gallery & Pentax Q Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic S1 over the Pentax Q
S1 | Q |
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Reasons to pick Pentax Q over the Panasonic S1
Q | S1 | |||
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Focus manually | More exact focus | |||
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic S1 and Pentax Q
S1 | Q | |||
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Introduced | January 2011 | June 2011 | Same age | |
Display type | Fixed | 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.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.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S1 and Q is 96 and 93 respectively.
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.
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Panasonic S1 vs Pentax Q Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1 | Pentax Q | |
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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 |