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Pentax WG-1 vs Pentax Q-S1

Portability
93
Imaging
37
Features
31
Overall
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Pentax Optio WG-1 front
 
Pentax Q-S1 front
Portability
92
Imaging
38
Features
54
Overall
44

Pentax WG-1 vs Pentax Q-S1 Key Specs

Pentax WG-1
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
  • 157g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
  • Introduced February 2011
Pentax Q-S1
(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
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Pentax WG-1 vs Pentax Q-S1 Overview

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Pentax WG-1 vs Pentax Q-S1, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both are created by Pentax. The sensor resolution of the WG-1 (14MP) and the Q-S1 (12MP) is very similar but the WG-1 (1/2.3") and Q-S1 (1/1.7") possess totally different sensor size.

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The WG-1 was unveiled 4 years prior to the Q-S1 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Pentax WG-1 being a Compact camera and the Pentax Q-S1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the WG-1 matches up versus the Q-S1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Pentax WG-1 over the Pentax Q-S1

 WG-1 Q-S1 

Reasons to pick Pentax Q-S1 over the Pentax WG-1

 Q-S1 WG-1 
RevealedAugust 2014February 2011More modern by 42 months
Display sizing3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution460k230kClearer display (+230k dot)

Common features in the Pentax WG-1 and Pentax Q-S1

 WG-1 Q-S1 
Focus manually Dial exact focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch display Lack of Touch display

Pentax WG-1 vs Pentax Q-S1 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and measurements. The Pentax WG-1 comes with physical dimensions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Pentax Q-S1 has proportions of 105mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 203 grams (0.45 lbs).

Analyze the Pentax WG-1 vs Pentax Q-S1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the WG-1 against the Q-S1.

Pentax WG-1 vs Pentax Q-S1 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-1 and Q-S1 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Pentax WG-1 vs Pentax Q-S1 top view buttons comparison

Pentax WG-1 vs Pentax Q-S1 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it is very difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizes just by reading specifications. The image here may offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-1 and Q-S1.

To sum up, both of those cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The WG-1 having a tinier sensor will make achieving bokeh more challenging and the Pentax WG-1 will deliver extra detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos far more aggressively. The more aged WG-1 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.

Pentax WG-1 vs Pentax Q-S1 sensor size comparison

Pentax WG-1 vs Pentax Q-S1 Screen and ViewFinder

Pentax WG-1 vs Pentax Q-S1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Pentax WG-1 as a Portrait photography camera
Pentax Q-S1 as a Portrait photography camera
35
focusing manually
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
no manual control
no external flash support
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
46
you can focus manually
features face detection autofocus
delivers RAW formats
low megapixels (12MP)
small sensor (1/1.7")
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Street Comparison

Pentax WG-1 as a Street photography camera
Pentax Q-S1 as a Street photography camera
54
environment sealing
fixed screen
no image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
69
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
delivers RAW formats
lighter than competition in class (203g)
no articulating screen
small sensor (1/1.7")
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Sports Comparison

Pentax WG-1 Sports photography advice
Pentax Q-S1 Sports photography advice
37
decent megapixels (14MP)
includes tracking autofocus
environment sealing
low frames per second (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
37
high shutter speed (1/8,000s)
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
features tracking autofocus
slow fps (5.0 frames/s)
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/1.7")
low battery life (250 shots)
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Pentax WG-1 Travel photography features
Pentax Q-S1 Travel photography features
71
environment sealing
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
pretty wide (28mm)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
60
lighter than competition in class (203 grams)
flash built-in
low battery life (250 shots)
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Pentax WG-1 as a Landscape photography camera
Pentax Q-S1 as a Landscape photography camera
42
focusing manually
pretty wide (28mm)
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
environment sealing
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
small screen (2.7 inches)
no manual control
no image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
55
you can focus manually
change lenses (Pentax Q mount)
screen size is good (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
delivers RAW formats
low megapixels (12MP)
small sensor (1/1.7")
low battery life (250 shots)
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Vlogging Comparison

Pentax WG-1 as a Vlogging camera
Pentax Q-S1 as a Vlogging camera
25
pretty wide (28mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pxls)
no external mic socket
35
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
features face detection autofocus
video res high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than competition in class (203 grams)
screen is not selfie friendly
doesn't have external microphone support
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Pentax WG-1 vs Pentax Q-S1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Pentax WG-1 and Pentax Q-S1
 Pentax Optio WG-1Pentax Q-S1
General Information
Manufacturer Pentax Pentax
Model type Pentax Optio WG-1 Pentax Q-S1
Type Waterproof Entry-Level Mirrorless
Introduced 2011-02-07 2014-08-04
Physical type Compact Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Chip - Q Engine
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/1.7"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 7.44 x 5.58mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 41.5mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4288 x 3216 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 6400 12800
Lowest native ISO 80 100
RAW images
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
AF continuous
AF single
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Total focus points 9 -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens Pentax Q
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) -
Largest aperture f/3.5-5.5 -
Macro focusing distance 1cm -
Amount of lenses - 8
Crop factor 5.8 4.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7 inch 3 inch
Screen resolution 230k dots 460k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Screen tech TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4s 30s
Fastest shutter speed 1/1500s 1/8000s
Continuous shutter rate 1.0 frames/s 5.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation - Yes
Change WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 3.90 m 4.90 m (at ISO 100)
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft Auto, redeye reduction, slow sync, trailing curtain sync
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) 1920 x 1080 (30,25, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30, 25, 24p), 640 x 480 (30, 25, 24p)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video file format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 157 gr (0.35 lbs) 203 gr (0.45 lbs)
Dimensions 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") 105 x 58 x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 260 photographs 250 photographs
Battery style Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID D-LI92 D-LI68
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 12 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC card
Card slots Single Single
Price at release $350 $250