Pentax K-S2 vs Pentax Q-S1

On this page, we will be analyzing the Pentax K-S2 vs Pentax Q-S1, one being a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both produced by Pentax. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the K-S2 (20MP) and Q-S1 (12MP) and the K-S2 (APS-C) and Q-S1 (1/1.7") boast totally different sensor sizes.

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The K-S2 was brought out 7 months later than the Q-S1 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras have different body design with the Pentax K-S2 being a Compact SLR camera and the Pentax Q-S1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the K-S2 scores vs the Q-S1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax K-S2 and Pentax Q-S1. The entire galleries are available at Pentax K-S2 Gallery and Pentax Q-S1 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Pentax K-S2 has got external dimensions of 123mm x 91mm x 73mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.9") having a weight of 678 grams (1.49 lbs) while the Pentax Q-S1 has proportions of 105mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 203 grams (0.45 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax K-S2 vs Pentax Q-S1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the K-S2 vs the Q-S1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the K-S2 and Q-S1 is 64 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizing simply by reading technical specs. The photograph underneath will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the K-S2 and Q-S1.

As you have seen, both cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The K-S2 featuring a bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Pentax K-S2 will offer extra detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures more aggressively. The younger K-S2 will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.