Panasonic SZ5 vs Pentax Q-S1
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Panasonic SZ5 vs Pentax Q-S1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 136g - 104 x 58 x 21mm
- Released July 2012
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax Q Mount
- 203g - 105 x 58 x 34mm
- Introduced August 2014
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On this page, we will be looking at the Panasonic SZ5 versus Pentax Q-S1, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the SZ5 (14MP) and the Q-S1 (12MP) is pretty similar but the SZ5 (1/2.3") and Q-S1 (1/1.7") have different sensor measurements.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe SZ5 was unveiled 24 months prior to the Q-S1 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic SZ5 being a Compact camera and the Pentax Q-S1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick summary of how the SZ5 matches up vs the Q-S1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 and Pentax Q-S1. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic SZ5 Gallery and Pentax Q-S1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ5 over the Pentax Q-S1
| SZ5 | Q-S1 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Pentax Q-S1 over the Panasonic SZ5
| Q-S1 | SZ5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | August 2014 |  | July 2012 | Newer by 24 months |
| Manually focus |  | Very exact focus | ||
| Screen resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic SZ5 and Pentax Q-S1
| SZ5 | Q-S1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal screen measurements |
| Selfie screen |  | No selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | No Touch screen |
Panasonic SZ5 vs Pentax Q-S1 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic SZ5 has got outer measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Pentax Q-S1 has dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 203 grams (0.45 lbs).
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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at the time. The following is a front view size comparison of the SZ5 and the Q-S1.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SZ5 and Q-S1 is 95 and 92 respectively.
Panasonic SZ5 vs Pentax Q-S1 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be hard to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions just by going over specifications. The image underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ5 and Q-S1.
Plainly, each of the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The SZ5 having a tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF tougher and the Panasonic SZ5 will deliver extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged SZ5 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.
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Panasonic SZ5 vs Pentax Q-S1 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 | Pentax Q-S1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Panasonic | Pentax |
| Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 | Pentax Q-S1 |
| Class | Small Sensor Compact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Released | 2012-07-18 | 2014-08-04 |
| Physical type | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | - | Q Engine |
| Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.7" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
| Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 41.5mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
| 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 | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Highest native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
| Highest enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Number of focus points | 23 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Pentax Q |
| Lens focal range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | - |
| Maximal aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | - |
| Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
| Number of lenses | - | 8 |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 4.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 460k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Screen technology | TFT Screen LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 30 secs |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/8000 secs |
| Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 5.60 m | 4.90 m (at ISO 100) |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, redeye reduction, slow sync, trailing curtain sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720p ( 30,25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30,25, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30, 25, 24p), 640 x 480 (30, 25, 24p) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4 | 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 | 136 gr (0.30 lbs) | 203 gr (0.45 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 104 x 58 x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 105 x 58 x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 250 photographs | 250 photographs |
| Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | - | D-LI68 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Pricing at release | $195 | $250 |