Pentax Q-S1 vs Sony H55
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Pentax Q-S1 vs Sony H55 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 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
- Introduced August 2014
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 200g - 103 x 58 x 29mm
- Released June 2010
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The following is a comprehensive analysis of the Pentax Q-S1 and Sony H55, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Pentax and Sony. The image resolution of the Q-S1 (12MP) and the H55 (14MP) is fairly close but the Q-S1 (1/1.7") and H55 (1/2.3") feature different sensor size.
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe Q-S1 was released 4 years after the H55 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Pentax Q-S1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony H55 being a Compact camera.
Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a brief summation of how the Q-S1 matches up versus the H55 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Reasons to pick Pentax Q-S1 over the Sony H55
| Q-S1 | H55 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | August 2014 |  | June 2010 | Newer by 51 months |
| Focus manually |  | Dial precise focusing | ||
| Display resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony H55 over the Pentax Q-S1
| H55 | Q-S1 |
|---|
Common features in the Pentax Q-S1 and Sony H55
| Q-S1 | H55 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display dimension | 3" |  | 3" | Identical display size |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Pentax Q-S1 vs Sony H55 Physical Comparison
When you are going to travel with your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Pentax Q-S1 has got external dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 203 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Sony H55 has measurements of 103mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).
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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at the time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the Q-S1 vs the H55.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Q-S1 and H55 is 92 and 92 respectively.
Pentax Q-S1 vs Sony H55 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very difficult to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions only by viewing specs. The image below will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Q-S1 and H55.
All in all, the two cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Q-S1 because of its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF simpler and the Sony H55 will provide you with greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images much more aggressively. The more modern Q-S1 provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.
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Pentax Q-S1 vs Sony H55 Specifications
| Pentax Q-S1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H55 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Pentax | Sony |
| Model | Pentax Q-S1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H55 |
| Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Small Sensor Compact |
| Introduced | 2014-08-04 | 2010-06-16 |
| Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | Q Engine | Bionz |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 41.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | Pentax Q | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | - | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | - | f/3.5-5.5 |
| Macro focus range | - | 5cm |
| Total lenses | 8 | - |
| Crop factor | 4.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 3" | 3" |
| Screen resolution | 460k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
| Continuous shooting speed | 5.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 4.90 m (at ISO 100) | 3.80 m |
| Flash options | Auto, redeye reduction, slow sync, trailing curtain sync | Auto, On, Slow Syncro, Off |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| 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) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4 |
| Microphone input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 203g (0.45 lbs) | 200g (0.44 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 105 x 58 x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 103 x 58 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 250 photographs | - |
| Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery model | D-LI68 | NP-BG1 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, portrait1/ portrait2) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo/ PRO HG-Duo, SD/SDHC, Internal |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Pricing at launch | $250 | $235 |