Pentax K-30 vs Pentax Q-S1
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Pentax K-30 vs Pentax Q-S1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Raise to 25600)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 650g - 130 x 97 x 71mm
- Introduced October 2012
- Newer Model is Pentax K-50
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax Q Mount
- 203g - 105 x 58 x 34mm
- Released August 2014
Pentax K-30 vs Pentax Q-S1 Overview
In this article, we will be comparing the Pentax K-30 vs Pentax Q-S1, former is a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both are produced by Pentax. There exists a noticeable gap among the resolutions of the K-30 (16MP) and Q-S1 (12MP) and the K-30 (APS-C) and Q-S1 (1/1.7") come with different sensor sizes.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe K-30 was brought out 21 months before the Q-S1 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Pentax K-30 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Pentax Q-S1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving through a complete comparison, below is a quick view of how the K-30 matches up against the Q-S1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Pentax K-30 vs Pentax Q-S1 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax K-30 & Pentax Q-S1. The entire galleries are provided at Pentax K-30 Gallery & Pentax Q-S1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax K-30 over the Pentax Q-S1
K-30 | Q-S1 | |||
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Screen resolution | 921k | 460k | Crisper screen (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax Q-S1 over the Pentax K-30
Q-S1 | K-30 | |||
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Released | August 2014 | October 2012 | Newer by 21 months |
Common features in the Pentax K-30 and Pentax Q-S1
K-30 | Q-S1 | |||
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Manually focus | Very precise focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither contains Touch screen |
Pentax K-30 vs Pentax Q-S1 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to travel with your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Pentax K-30 has got outside measurements of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") and a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs) and the Pentax Q-S1 has measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 203 grams (0.45 lbs).
Compare the Pentax K-30 vs Pentax Q-S1 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the K-30 compared to the Q-S1.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the K-30 and Q-S1 is 63 and 92 respectively.
Pentax K-30 vs Pentax Q-S1 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very tough to picture the difference in sensor dimensions purely by looking through technical specs. The picture underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the K-30 and Q-S1.
As you have seen, both of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The K-30 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF simpler and the Pentax K-30 will render more detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged K-30 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.
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Pentax K-30 vs Pentax Q-S1 Specifications
Pentax K-30 | Pentax Q-S1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Pentax | Pentax |
Model | Pentax K-30 | Pentax Q-S1 |
Class | Advanced DSLR | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2012-10-29 | 2014-08-04 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Prime M | Q Engine |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/1.7" |
Sensor dimensions | 23.7 x 15.7mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor area | 372.1mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4928 x 3264 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | - |
Cross focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Pentax KAF2 | Pentax Q |
Total lenses | 151 | 8 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 921 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD monitor with brightness/color adjustment and AR coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.61x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/6000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 4.90 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye,Slow Sync, Slow Sync+ Redeye, Trailing Curtain Sync, Wireless | Auto, redeye reduction, slow sync, trailing curtain sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/180 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30,25,24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60,50,30,25,24 fps), 640 x 424 (30,25,24 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30,25, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30, 25, 24p), 640 x 480 (30, 25, 24p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 650g (1.43 lb) | 203g (0.45 lb) |
Dimensions | 130 x 97 x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") | 105 x 58 x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 79 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.7 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 13.0 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 1129 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 photos | 250 photos |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | D-LI109,4 x AA | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $525 | $250 |