Pentax Q-S1 vs Samsung NX3000
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Pentax Q-S1 vs Samsung NX3000 Key Specs
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- 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
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 230g - 117 x 66 x 39mm
- Revealed May 2014
- Old Model is Samsung NX2000
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Below, we are matching up the Pentax Q-S1 vs Samsung NX3000, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by competitors Pentax and Samsung. There is a substantial difference among the resolutions of the Q-S1 (12MP) and NX3000 (20MP) and the Q-S1 (1/1.7") and NX3000 (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor size.
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe Q-S1 was launched 3 months after the NX3000 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a brief summary of how the Q-S1 grades vs the NX3000 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax Q-S1 & Samsung NX3000. The complete galleries are available at Pentax Q-S1 Gallery & Samsung NX3000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax Q-S1 over the Samsung NX3000
| Q-S1 | NX3000 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Samsung NX3000 over the Pentax Q-S1
| NX3000 | Q-S1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting display |
| Display resolution | 461k |  | 460k | Crisper display (+1k dot) |
Common features in the Pentax Q-S1 and Samsung NX3000
| Q-S1 | NX3000 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | August 2014 |  | May 2014 | Same age |
| Focus manually |  | More accurate focusing | ||
| Display dimension | 3" |  | 3" | Identical display size |
| Selfie screen |  | Missing selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Missing Touch display |
Pentax Q-S1 vs Samsung NX3000 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Pentax Q-S1 features exterior dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 203 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX3000 has specifications of 117mm x 66mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") along with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).
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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the Q-S1 versus the NX3000.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Q-S1 and NX3000 is 92 and 89 respectively.
Pentax Q-S1 vs Samsung NX3000 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizes merely by looking through specifications. The picture here should give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Q-S1 and NX3000.
Plainly, both of these cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Q-S1 due to its smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh tougher and the Samsung NX3000 will provide you with greater detail utilizing its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images somewhat more aggressively.
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Pentax Q-S1 vs Samsung NX3000 Specifications
| Pentax Q-S1 | Samsung NX3000 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Pentax | Samsung |
| Model type | Pentax Q-S1 | Samsung NX3000 |
| Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Announced | 2014-08-04 | 2014-05-26 |
| Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | 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 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 5472 x 3648 |
| Highest native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Total focus points | - | 35 |
| Cross type focus points | - | 1 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | Pentax Q | Samsung NX |
| Number of lenses | 8 | 32 |
| Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
| Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 460k dot | 461k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Max shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter speed | 5.0fps | 5.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 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 | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| 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 (30p), 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | 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 | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 203g (0.45 pounds) | 230g (0.51 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 105 x 58 x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 117 x 66 x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") |
| 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 shots | 370 shots |
| Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | D-LI68 | B740 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2-30 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Launch price | $250 | $897 |
