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Pentax Q-S1 vs Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC

Portability
92
Imaging
38
Features
54
Overall
44
Pentax Q-S1 front
 
Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC front
Portability
85
Imaging
34
Features
44
Overall
38

Pentax Q-S1 vs Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC Key Specs

Pentax Q-S1
(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
  • Announced August 2014
Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 24-72mm (F2.5-4.4) lens
  • 355g - 114 x 70 x 44mm
  • Announced March 2010
Photography Glossary

Pentax Q-S1 vs Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC Overview

Following is a in-depth comparison of the Pentax Q-S1 versus Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Pentax and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the Q-S1 (12MP) and the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC (10MP) is very similar and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/1.7").

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The Q-S1 was introduced 4 years after the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the Q-S1 grades vs the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Pentax Q-S1 over the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC

 Q-S1 GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC 
AnnouncedAugust 2014March 2010More modern by 54 months

Reasons to pick Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC over the Pentax Q-S1

 GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC Q-S1 
Display resolution920k460kSharper display (+460k dot)

Common features in the Pentax Q-S1 and Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC

 Q-S1 GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC 
Manually focus Dial precise focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display size3"3"Same display dimensions
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch friendly display Lacking Touch friendly display

Pentax Q-S1 vs Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC Physical Comparison

If you're planning to carry around your camera, you should factor in its weight and size. The Pentax Q-S1 enjoys outside measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 203 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC has specifications of 114mm x 70mm x 44mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") along with a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs).

Examine the Pentax Q-S1 versus Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at the time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the Q-S1 against the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC.

Pentax Q-S1 vs Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Q-S1 and GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC is 92 and 85 respectively.

Pentax Q-S1 vs Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC top view buttons comparison

Pentax Q-S1 vs Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC Sensor Comparison

Normally, it is tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizes only by reviewing a spec sheet. The image underneath will provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Q-S1 and GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC.

Clearly, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Pentax Q-S1 to deliver extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The fresher Q-S1 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.

Pentax Q-S1 vs Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC sensor size comparison

Pentax Q-S1 vs Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC Screen and ViewFinder

Pentax Q-S1 vs Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Pentax Q-S1
Portrait photography with Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC
46
focusing manually
offers face detection focusing
exports RAW formats
megapixel count low (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/1.7")
36
focusing manually
supports RAW formats
no liveview feature
megapixel count low (10MP)
small sensor size (1/1.7")
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Street Comparison

Pentax Q-S1 Street photography details
Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC Street photography details
69
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
exports RAW formats
lighter than competition in class (203g)
no moving screen
tiny sensor size (1/1.7")
65
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
supports RAW formats
lighter than average in class (355g)
fixed screen
small sensor size (1/1.7")
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Sports Comparison

Pentax Q-S1 Sports photography features
Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC Sports photography features
37
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000 seconds)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
offers tracking autofocus
painfully slow continuous shooting (5.0 frames/s)
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/1.7")
terrible battery power (250 CIPA)
has no phase detect AF
25
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no liveview feature
low fps (2.0 fps)
megapixel count low (10MP)
small sensor size (1/1.7")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Pentax Q-S1 Travel photography details
Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC Travel photography details
60
lighter than competition in class (203 grams)
flash built-in
terrible battery power (250 CIPA)
megapixel count low (12MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
60
lighter than average in class (355 grams)
flash built-in
really wide (24mm)
megapixel count low (10MP)
does not have selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Pentax Q-S1 Landscape photography details
Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC Landscape photography details
55
focusing manually
swap lenses (Pentax Q mount)
screen is a decent size (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
exports RAW formats
megapixel count low (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/1.7")
terrible battery power (250 shots)
47
focusing manually
really wide (24mm)
pretty good screen size (3")
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
supports RAW formats
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.5)
no liveview feature
megapixel count low (10MP)
small sensor size (1/1.7")
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Vlogging Comparison

Pentax Q-S1 as a Vlogging camera
Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC as a Vlogging camera
35
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
offers face detection focusing
high res video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than competition in class (203g)
screen is not selfie friendly
no external mic jack
28
really wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than average in class (355 grams)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.5)
does not have selfie friendly screen
low quality video (640 x 480 pixels)
doesn't have external microphone jack
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Pentax Q-S1 vs Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Pentax Q-S1 and Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC
 Pentax Q-S1Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC
General Information
Manufacturer Pentax Ricoh
Model type Pentax Q-S1 Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC
Class Entry-Level Mirrorless Advanced Mirrorless
Announced 2014-08-04 2010-03-18
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Chip Q Engine Smooth Imaging Engine IV
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/1.7" 1/1.7"
Sensor measurements 7.44 x 5.58mm 7.44 x 5.58mm
Sensor surface area 41.5mm² 41.5mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 10 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4000 x 3000 3648 x 2736
Highest native ISO 12800 3200
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
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
Lens
Lens mount type Pentax Q fixed lens
Lens zoom range - 24-72mm (3.0x)
Highest aperture - f/2.5-4.4
Macro focusing range - 1cm
Amount of lenses 8 -
Focal length multiplier 4.8 4.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3 inch 3 inch
Resolution of screen 460k dot 920k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None Electronic (optional)
Features
Min shutter speed 30 secs 180 secs
Max shutter speed 1/8000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shutter speed 5.0 frames per second 2.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 4.90 m (at ISO 100) 4.50 m
Flash modes Auto, redeye reduction, slow sync, trailing curtain sync Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Manual
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30,25, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30, 25, 24p), 640 x 480 (30, 25, 24p) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 640x480
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 Motion JPEG
Microphone input
Headphone input
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 proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 203 grams (0.45 lbs) 355 grams (0.78 lbs)
Physical dimensions 105 x 58 x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") 114 x 70 x 44mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7")
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 250 photos 410 photos
Battery format Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID D-LI68 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 12 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images) )
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC card SD/SDHC, Internal
Storage slots One One
Price at release $250 $349