Pentax Q-S1 vs Samsung NX10

Below, we are analyzing the Pentax Q-S1 vs Samsung NX10, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals Pentax and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the Q-S1 (12MP) and the NX10 (15MP) is very well matched but the Q-S1 (1/1.7") and NX10 (APS-C) use totally different sensor sizes.

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The Q-S1 was introduced 4 years later than the NX10 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Pentax Q-S1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight into a thorough comparison, below is a simple summation of how the Q-S1 matches up vs the NX10 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax Q-S1 and Samsung NX10. The whole galleries are provided at Pentax Q-S1 Gallery and Samsung NX10 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Pentax Q-S1 has outer dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 203 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Samsung NX10 has sizing of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") along with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

Analyze the Pentax Q-S1 vs Samsung NX10 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the Q-S1 against the NX10.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the Q-S1 and NX10 is 92 and 80 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to envision the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reading through specs. The visual underneath may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the Q-S1 and NX10.

All in all, the two cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The Q-S1 using its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower DOF harder and the Samsung NX10 will resolve greater detail using its extra 3MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The newer Q-S1 will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.