Pentax Q-S1 vs Sony HX10V

Here, we will be comparing the Pentax Q-S1 vs Sony HX10V, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Pentax and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the Q-S1 (12MP) and HX10V (18MP) and the Q-S1 (1/1.7") and HX10V (1/2.3") offer different sensor sizes.

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The Q-S1 was brought out 2 years later than the HX10V and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Pentax Q-S1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX10V being a Compact camera.

Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the Q-S1 grades versus the HX10V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax Q-S1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V. The entire galleries are viewable at Pentax Q-S1 Gallery and Sony HX10V Gallery.

For those who are going to lug around your camera, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Pentax Q-S1 provides exterior measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 203 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Sony HX10V has dimensions of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs).

Analyze the Pentax Q-S1 vs Sony HX10V in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the Q-S1 versus the HX10V.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Q-S1 and HX10V is 92 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to imagine the difference between sensor measurements just by reading specifications. The photograph here will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Q-S1 and HX10V.

To sum up, both the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The Q-S1 due to its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Sony HX10V will deliver greater detail having its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The fresher Q-S1 provides an edge in sensor innovation.