Pentax Q-S1 vs Sony W810

Let's look closer at the Pentax Q-S1 versus Sony W810, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Pentax and Sony. There is a sizable difference among the resolutions of the Q-S1 (12MP) and W810 (20MP) and the Q-S1 (1/1.7") and W810 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor sizing.

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The Q-S1 was introduced 7 months after the W810 which means that they are of a similar age. Both cameras have different body design with the Pentax Q-S1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony W810 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going into a detailed comparison, here is a brief view of how the Q-S1 scores against the W810 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax Q-S1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W810. The whole galleries are viewable at Pentax Q-S1 Gallery & Sony W810 Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Pentax Q-S1 provides exterior 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 W810 has specifications of 97mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs).

Examine the Pentax Q-S1 versus Sony W810 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the Q-S1 vs the W810.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Q-S1 and W810 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by looking through a spec sheet. The image underneath might give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Q-S1 and W810.

Clearly, the two cameras have different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Q-S1 using its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Sony W810 will result in greater detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The younger Q-S1 will have an edge in sensor tech.