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
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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.
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe 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.
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Reasons to pick Pentax Q-S1 over the Sony NEX-C3
| Q-S1 | NEX-C3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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).
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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 | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |