Pentax Q-S1 vs Pentax Q10
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38 Features
54 Overall
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92 Imaging
36 Features
56 Overall
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Pentax Q-S1 vs Pentax Q10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax Q Mount
- 203g - 105 x 58 x 34mm
- Launched August 2014
(Full Review)
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Below, we will be evaluating the Pentax Q-S1 versus Pentax Q10, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras and both of them are designed by Pentax. The sensor resolution of the Q-S1 (12MP) and the Q10 (12MP) is relatively similar but the Q-S1 (1/1.7") and Q10 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor sizes.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe Q-S1 was released 24 months later than the Q10 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple summation of how the Q-S1 grades versus the Q10 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Reasons to pick Pentax Q-S1 over the Pentax Q10
| Q-S1 | Q10 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | August 2014 |  | September 2012 | Fresher by 24 months |
Reasons to pick Pentax Q10 over the Pentax Q-S1
| Q10 | Q-S1 |
|---|
Common features in the Pentax Q-S1 and Pentax Q10
| Q-S1 | Q10 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | More exact focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen dimension | 3" |  | 3" | Identical screen dimensions |
| Screen resolution | 460k |  | 460k | Identical screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither features selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Pentax Q-S1 vs Pentax Q10 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Pentax Q-S1 enjoys exterior dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 203 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Pentax Q10 has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).
Take a look at the Pentax Q-S1 versus Pentax Q10 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the Q-S1 vs the Q10.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Q-S1 and Q10 is 92 and 92 respectively.
Pentax Q-S1 vs Pentax Q10 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very tough to see the gap between sensor sizing merely by reviewing specs. The visual here will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Q-S1 and Q10.
As you can plainly see, each of the cameras posses the exact same megapixel count albeit not the same sensor sizing. The Q-S1 includes the bigger sensor which should make obtaining shallow DOF less difficult. The newer Q-S1 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Pentax Q-S1 vs Pentax Q10 Specifications
| Pentax Q-S1 | Pentax Q10 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Pentax | Pentax |
| Model | Pentax Q-S1 | Pentax Q10 |
| Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Launched | 2014-08-04 | 2012-09-10 |
| Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | Q Engine | - |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 41.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Highest native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 25 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | Pentax Q | Pentax Q |
| Number of lenses | 8 | 8 |
| Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Screen resolution | 460 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Screen technology | - | TFT Color LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | Optical (optional) |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
| Continuous shooting speed | 5.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 4.90 m (at ISO 100) | 7.00 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, redeye reduction, slow sync, trailing curtain sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Trailing-curtain sync |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Highest flash sync | - | 1/2000 secs |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30,25, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30, 25, 24p), 640 x 480 (30, 25, 24p) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | 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 | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 203 grams (0.45 lb) | 200 grams (0.44 lb) |
| Dimensions | 105 x 58 x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 102 x 58 x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | not tested | 49 |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 21.1 |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.9 |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | 183 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 250 pictures | 270 pictures |
| Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | D-LI68 | D-LI68 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Launch pricing | $250 | $350 |