Pentax Q-S1 vs Samsung NX2000
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54 Overall
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89 Imaging
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Pentax Q-S1 vs Samsung NX2000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 228g - 119 x 65 x 36mm
- Revealed November 2013
- Superseded the Samsung NX1100
- Later Model is Samsung NX3000
Pentax Q-S1 vs Samsung NX2000 Overview
Let's look a little more closely at the Pentax Q-S1 and Samsung NX2000, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by companies Pentax and Samsung. There exists a substantial gap between the sensor resolutions of the Q-S1 (12MP) and NX2000 (20MP) and the Q-S1 (1/1.7") and NX2000 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor dimensions.
AI-Powered Photo Editing Tools Could Be Added to WhatsAppThe Q-S1 was manufactured 9 months later than the NX2000 so they are both of a similar age. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a brief view of how the Q-S1 grades against the NX2000 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Pentax Q-S1 vs Samsung NX2000 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax Q-S1 & Samsung NX2000. The entire galleries are viewable at Pentax Q-S1 Gallery & Samsung NX2000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax Q-S1 over the Samsung NX2000
Q-S1 | NX2000 | |||
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Revealed | August 2014 | November 2013 | Fresher by 9 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX2000 over the Pentax Q-S1
NX2000 | Q-S1 | |||
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Display dimension | 3.7" | 3" | Larger display (+0.7") | |
Display resolution | 1152k | 460k | Crisper display (+692k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Pentax Q-S1 and Samsung NX2000
Q-S1 | NX2000 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial precise focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Pentax Q-S1 vs Samsung NX2000 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Pentax Q-S1 comes with outside dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 203 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Samsung NX2000 has specifications of 119mm x 65mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4") along with a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs).
Take a look at the Pentax Q-S1 and Samsung NX2000 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using at that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the Q-S1 vs the NX2000.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Q-S1 and NX2000 is 92 and 89 respectively.
Pentax Q-S1 vs Samsung NX2000 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing only by going over a spec sheet. The photograph here will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Q-S1 and NX2000.
As you can see, the 2 cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Q-S1 due to its tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh tougher and the Samsung NX2000 will offer extra detail due to its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The fresher Q-S1 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.
Pentax Q-S1 vs Samsung NX2000 Screen and ViewFinder
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Pentax Q-S1 vs Samsung NX2000 Specifications
Pentax Q-S1 | Samsung NX2000 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Pentax | Samsung |
Model | Pentax Q-S1 | Samsung NX2000 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2014-08-04 | 2013-11-30 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Q Engine | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 41.5mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 5472 x 3648 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 21 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Pentax Q | Samsung NX |
Amount of lenses | 8 | 32 |
Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3.7" |
Resolution of display | 460 thousand dot | 1,152 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.0 frames per second | 8.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.90 m (at ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, redeye reduction, slow sync, trailing curtain sync | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | - | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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), 1920 x 810 (24 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 203g (0.45 lbs) | 228g (0.50 lbs) |
Dimensions | 105 x 58 x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 119 x 65 x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 75 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.4 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.3 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 908 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 pictures | 340 pictures |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | D-LI68 | BP1130 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC/ MicroSDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $250 | $599 |