Pentax Q-S1 vs Samsung NX300
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Pentax Q-S1 vs Samsung NX300 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax Q Mount
- 203g - 105 x 58 x 34mm
- Released August 2014
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 331g - 122 x 64 x 41mm
- Introduced November 2013
- Replaced the Samsung NX210
- Newer Model is Samsung NX500
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Below, we will be looking at the Pentax Q-S1 and Samsung NX300, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals Pentax and Samsung. There is a large difference among the sensor resolutions of the Q-S1 (12MP) and NX300 (20MP) and the Q-S1 (1/1.7") and NX300 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor sizing.
Photography GlossaryThe Q-S1 was brought out 9 months later than the NX300 which means that they are both of a similar age. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before getting through a more detailed comparison, below is a short summation of how the Q-S1 scores versus the NX300 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Below is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax Q-S1 & Samsung NX300. The entire galleries are viewable at Pentax Q-S1 Gallery & Samsung NX300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax Q-S1 over the Samsung NX300
| Q-S1 | NX300 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | August 2014 |  | November 2013 | More recent by 9 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX300 over the Pentax Q-S1
| NX300 | Q-S1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting screen |
| Screen dimension | 3.3" |  | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
| Screen resolution | 768k |  | 460k | Sharper screen (+308k dot) |
| Touch friendly screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Pentax Q-S1 and Samsung NX300
| Q-S1 | NX300 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Very precise focusing | ||
| Selfie screen |  | No selfie screen |
Pentax Q-S1 vs Samsung NX300 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Pentax Q-S1 has 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) whilst the Samsung NX300 has measurements of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs).
Look at the Pentax Q-S1 and Samsung NX300 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the Q-S1 compared to the NX300.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Q-S1 and NX300 is 92 and 86 respectively.
Pentax Q-S1 vs Samsung NX300 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very tough to envision the contrast in sensor measurements only by viewing a spec sheet. The visual here might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Q-S1 and NX300.
Clearly, both cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The Q-S1 due to its smaller sensor will make getting shallower DOF more challenging and the Samsung NX300 will result in extra detail having its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The newer Q-S1 will have a benefit in sensor innovation.
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Pentax Q-S1 vs Samsung NX300 Specifications
| Pentax Q-S1 | Samsung NX300 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Pentax | Samsung |
| Model | Pentax Q-S1 | Samsung NX300 |
| Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Released | 2014-08-04 | 2013-11-24 |
| Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | Q Engine | DRIMe IV |
| 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 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 5472 x 3648 |
| Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 247 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | Pentax Q | Samsung NX |
| Number of lenses | 8 | 32 |
| Crop factor | 4.8 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
| Screen diagonal | 3" | 3.3" |
| Screen resolution | 460 thousand dot | 768 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Screen tech | - | Active Matrix OLED screen |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/6000s |
| Continuous shooting speed | 5.0fps | 9.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 4.90 m (at ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
| Flash modes | Auto, redeye reduction, slow sync, trailing curtain sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Highest flash sync | - | 1/180s |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| 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, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data 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 | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 203g (0.45 lbs) | 331g (0.73 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 105 x 58 x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 122 x 64 x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | not tested | 76 |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.6 |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.7 |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | 942 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 250 images | 330 images |
| Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | D-LI68 | BP1130 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Price at launch | $250 | $750 |