Pentax K-S1 vs Pentax Q

The following is a extensive overview of the Pentax K-S1 and Pentax Q, former is a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both are sold by Pentax. There exists a sizable gap among the resolutions of the K-S1 (20MP) and Q (12MP) and the K-S1 (APS-C) and Q (1/2.3") use different sensor sizes.

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The K-S1 was announced 3 years after the Q which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Pentax K-S1 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Pentax Q being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the K-S1 scores against the Q in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax K-S1 & Pentax Q. The whole galleries are viewable at Pentax K-S1 Gallery & Pentax Q Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Pentax K-S1 has physical dimensions of 121mm x 93mm x 70mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 2.8") with a weight of 558 grams (1.23 lbs) whilst the Pentax Q has dimensions of 98mm x 57mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") and a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax K-S1 and Pentax Q in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the K-S1 versus the Q.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the K-S1 and Q is 69 and 93 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by seeing specifications. The pic underneath might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the K-S1 and Q.

Plainly, both of those cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The K-S1 with its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field simpler and the Pentax K-S1 will provide greater detail with its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The newer K-S1 should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.