Pentax K-r vs Pentax Q-S1
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Pentax K-r vs Pentax Q-S1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Increase to 25600)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 598g - 125 x 97 x 68mm
- Introduced March 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax Q Mount
- 203g - 105 x 58 x 34mm
- Revealed August 2014
Pentax K-r vs Pentax Q-S1 Overview
Lets look a little more in depth at the Pentax K-r versus Pentax Q-S1, one is a Entry-Level DSLR and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are sold by Pentax. The image resolution of the K-r (12MP) and the Q-S1 (12MP) is fairly comparable but the K-r (APS-C) and Q-S1 (1/1.7") come with totally different sensor size.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe K-r was announced 4 years earlier than the Q-S1 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Pentax K-r being a Compact SLR camera and the Pentax Q-S1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving in to a full comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the K-r grades vs the Q-S1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Pentax K-r vs Pentax Q-S1 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax K-r and Pentax Q-S1. The whole galleries are available at Pentax K-r Gallery and Pentax Q-S1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax K-r over the Pentax Q-S1
K-r | Q-S1 | |||
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Display resolution | 921k | 460k | Crisper display (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax Q-S1 over the Pentax K-r
Q-S1 | K-r | |||
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Revealed | August 2014 | March 2011 | Newer by 41 months |
Common features in the Pentax K-r and Pentax Q-S1
K-r | Q-S1 | |||
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Manual focus | Very precise focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display size | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither comes with Touch friendly display |
Pentax K-r vs Pentax Q-S1 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to travel with your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Pentax K-r comes with outside dimensions of 125mm x 97mm x 68mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.7") having a weight of 598 grams (1.32 lbs) whilst 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).
Compare the Pentax K-r versus Pentax Q-S1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the K-r compared to the Q-S1.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the K-r and Q-S1 is 67 and 92 respectively.
Pentax K-r vs Pentax Q-S1 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be hard to envision the difference in sensor dimensions only by checking out specs. The pic underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the K-r and Q-S1.
All in all, both of the cameras posses the exact same megapixel count but not the same sensor dimensions. The K-r uses the larger sensor which should make obtaining shallow DOF less difficult. The more aged K-r will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
Pentax K-r vs Pentax Q-S1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Pentax K-r vs Pentax Q-S1 Specifications
Pentax K-r | Pentax Q-S1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Pentax | Pentax |
Model type | Pentax K-r | Pentax Q-S1 |
Category | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2011-03-11 | 2014-08-04 |
Body design | Compact SLR | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Prime II | Q Engine |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/1.7" |
Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.8mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor area | 372.9mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4288 x 2848 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Max enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | - |
Cross type focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Pentax KAF2 | Pentax Q |
Available lenses | 151 | 8 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 921k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentamirror) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 96 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.57x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/6000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 4.90 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, Red-eye Reduction, Slow-speed Sync, Trailing Curtain Sync, High-Speed Sync and Wireless Sync | Auto, redeye reduction, slow sync, trailing curtain sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/180 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (25 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30,25, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30, 25, 24p), 640 x 480 (30, 25, 24p) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 598g (1.32 lbs) | 203g (0.45 lbs) |
Dimensions | 125 x 97 x 68mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.7") | 105 x 58 x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 72 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.9 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.4 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 755 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 470 pictures | 250 pictures |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | D-LI109,4 x AA | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at release | $1,100 | $250 |