Pentax Q-S1 vs Sony QX10
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Pentax Q-S1 vs Sony QX10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax Q Mount
- 203g - 105 x 58 x 34mm
- Launched August 2014
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- " Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1440 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 105g - 62 x 62 x 33mm
- Released September 2013

Pentax Q-S1 vs Sony QX10 Overview
Lets look a bit more in depth at the Pentax Q-S1 versus Sony QX10, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Lens-style by manufacturers Pentax and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the Q-S1 (12MP) and QX10 (18MP) and the Q-S1 (1/1.7") and QX10 (1/2.3") posses different sensor sizes.

The Q-S1 was launched 12 months later than the QX10 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Pentax Q-S1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony QX10 being a Lens-style camera.
Before getting right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the Q-S1 grades vs the QX10 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Pentax Q-S1 vs Sony QX10 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax Q-S1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX10. The complete galleries are provided at Pentax Q-S1 Gallery and Sony QX10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax Q-S1 over the Sony QX10
Q-S1 | QX10 | |||
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Released | August 2014 | ![]() | September 2013 | Fresher by 12 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | " | Bigger screen (+3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 0k | Clearer screen (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony QX10 over the Pentax Q-S1
QX10 | Q-S1 | |||
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Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Pentax Q-S1 and Sony QX10
Q-S1 | QX10 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen |
Pentax Q-S1 vs Sony QX10 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry your camera, you have to think about its weight and size. The Pentax Q-S1 provides physical measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 203 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Sony QX10 has specifications of 62mm x 62mm x 33mm (2.4" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 105 grams (0.23 lbs).
Check the Pentax Q-S1 versus Sony QX10 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the Q-S1 vs the QX10.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Q-S1 and QX10 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Pentax Q-S1 vs Sony QX10 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizing just by researching a spec sheet. The visual here may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Q-S1 and QX10.
As you can see, both cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Q-S1 because of its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF less difficult and the Sony QX10 will provide you with greater detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs more aggressively. The younger Q-S1 should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

Pentax Q-S1 vs Sony QX10 Screen and ViewFinder


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Pentax Q-S1 vs Sony QX10 Specifications
Pentax Q-S1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX10 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Pentax | Sony |
Model type | Pentax Q-S1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX10 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Lens-style |
Launched | 2014-08-04 | 2013-09-04 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Lens-style |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Q Engine | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 41.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 18 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4896 x 3672 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Pentax Q | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Max aperture | - | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 5cm |
Amount of lenses | 8 | - |
Crop factor | 4.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | - |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dot | 0 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | - | Depends on connected smartphone |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.90 m (at ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, redeye reduction, slow sync, trailing curtain sync | None |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
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) | 1440 x 1080 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1440x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 203 grams (0.45 pounds) | 105 grams (0.23 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 58 x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 62 x 62 x 33mm (2.4" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 220 shots |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | D-LI68 | NP-BN, |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2, 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC, Memory Stick Micro |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $250 | $250 |