Pentax K110D vs Pentax Q-S1
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Pentax K110D vs Pentax Q-S1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 3200
- No Video
- Pentax KAF Mount
- 585g - 129 x 93 x 70mm
- Released May 2006
(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
- Released August 2014
Pentax K110D vs Pentax Q-S1 Overview
The following is a comprehensive analysis of the Pentax K110D and Pentax Q-S1, one is a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are sold by Pentax. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the K110D (6MP) and Q-S1 (12MP) and the K110D (APS-C) and Q-S1 (1/1.7") posses different sensor size.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe K110D was introduced 9 years prior to the Q-S1 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Pentax K110D being a Compact SLR camera and the Pentax Q-S1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief view of how the K110D matches up vs the Q-S1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Pentax K110D vs Pentax Q-S1 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax K110D and Pentax Q-S1. The whole galleries are provided at Pentax K110D Gallery and Pentax Q-S1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax K110D over the Pentax Q-S1
K110D | Q-S1 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax Q-S1 over the Pentax K110D
Q-S1 | K110D | |||
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Released | August 2014 | May 2006 | Newer by 99 months | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 210k | Clearer screen (+250k dot) |
Common features in the Pentax K110D and Pentax Q-S1
K110D | Q-S1 | |||
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Manual focus | More accurate focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither provides Touch screen |
Pentax K110D vs Pentax Q-S1 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Pentax K110D provides physical measurements of 129mm x 93mm x 70mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.8") with a weight of 585 grams (1.29 lbs) while the Pentax Q-S1 has measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 203 grams (0.45 lbs).
Take a look at the Pentax K110D and Pentax Q-S1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the K110D against the Q-S1.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the K110D and Q-S1 is 67 and 92 respectively.
Pentax K110D vs Pentax Q-S1 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be tough to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by looking at technical specs. The picture underneath will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the K110D and Q-S1.
As you have seen, the two cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The K110D having a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Pentax Q-S1 will resolve more detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged K110D is going to be behind in sensor technology.
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Pentax K110D vs Pentax Q-S1 Specifications
Pentax K110D | Pentax Q-S1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Pentax | Pentax |
Model | Pentax K110D | Pentax Q-S1 |
Type | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2006-05-22 | 2014-08-04 |
Body design | Compact SLR | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Q Engine |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/1.7" |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 6MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3008 x 2008 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Pentax KAF | Pentax Q |
Available lenses | 151 | 8 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.5" | 3" |
Display resolution | 210k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 96 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.57x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.90 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction | Auto, redeye reduction, slow sync, trailing curtain sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/180s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080 (30,25, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30, 25, 24p), 640 x 480 (30, 25, 24p) |
Highest video resolution | None | 1920x1080 |
Video format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 585 grams (1.29 lb) | 203 grams (0.45 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 129 x 93 x 70mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.8") | 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 pictures |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 4 x AA | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/MMC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail price | $1,000 | $250 |