Pentax Q-S1 vs Sony NEX-C3
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Pentax Q-S1 vs Sony NEX-C3 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
- Introduced August 2014
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1280 x 720 video
- Sony E Mount
- 225g - 110 x 60 x 33mm
- Introduced August 2011
- Old Model is Sony NEX-3
- Later Model is Sony NEX-F3
Pentax Q-S1 vs Sony NEX-C3 Overview
Following is a extensive review of the Pentax Q-S1 vs Sony NEX-C3, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by brands Pentax and Sony. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the Q-S1 (12MP) and NEX-C3 (16MP) and the Q-S1 (1/1.7") and NEX-C3 (APS-C) provide different sensor sizes.
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe Q-S1 was released 2 years after the NEX-C3 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the Q-S1 matches up vs the NEX-C3 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Pentax Q-S1 vs Sony NEX-C3 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax Q-S1 and Sony Alpha NEX-C3. The complete galleries are provided at Pentax Q-S1 Gallery and Sony NEX-C3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax Q-S1 over the Sony NEX-C3
Q-S1 | NEX-C3 | |||
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Introduced | August 2014 | August 2011 | More modern by 36 months |
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-C3 over the Pentax Q-S1
NEX-C3 | Q-S1 | |||
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Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display resolution | 920k | 460k | Clearer display (+460k dot) |
Common features in the Pentax Q-S1 and Sony NEX-C3
Q-S1 | NEX-C3 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial precise focusing | |||
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Lack of Touch display |
Pentax Q-S1 vs Sony NEX-C3 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Pentax Q-S1 features external dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 203 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Sony NEX-C3 has dimensions of 110mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs).
See the Pentax Q-S1 vs Sony NEX-C3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Below is a front view scale comparison of the Q-S1 vs the NEX-C3.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Q-S1 and NEX-C3 is 92 and 91 respectively.
Pentax Q-S1 vs Sony NEX-C3 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizes merely by viewing technical specs. The picture underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Q-S1 and NEX-C3.
As you have seen, both of those cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Q-S1 because of its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field trickier and the Sony NEX-C3 will result in greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more modern Q-S1 should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.
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Pentax Q-S1 vs Sony NEX-C3 Specifications
Pentax Q-S1 | Sony Alpha NEX-C3 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Pentax | Sony |
Model type | Pentax Q-S1 | Sony Alpha NEX-C3 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2014-08-04 | 2011-08-22 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Q Engine | Bionz |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 41.5mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4912 x 3264 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Pentax Q | Sony E |
Total lenses | 8 | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dot | 920 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | - | TFT Xtra Fine LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.0 frames/s | 6.0 frames/s |
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 options | Auto, redeye reduction, slow sync, trailing curtain sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | - | 1/160s |
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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
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 lbs) | 225g (0.50 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 58 x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 110 x 60 x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 73 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.7 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.2 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1083 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 photos | 400 photos |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | D-LI68 | NPFW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec 3 or 5 images) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $250 | $343 |