Pentax Q-S1 vs Sony WX220
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Pentax Q-S1 vs Sony WX220 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 121g - 92 x 52 x 22mm
- Released February 2014
Photography Glossary Pentax Q-S1 vs Sony WX220 Overview
Let's examine more closely at the Pentax Q-S1 vs Sony WX220, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Pentax and Sony. There exists a sizable gap between the image resolutions of the Q-S1 (12MP) and WX220 (18MP) and the Q-S1 (1/1.7") and WX220 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor measurements.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe Q-S1 was brought out 6 months later than the WX220 and they are both of a similar age. Both cameras offer different body type with the Pentax Q-S1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony WX220 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the Q-S1 grades vs the WX220 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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This is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax Q-S1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX220. The entire galleries are viewable at Pentax Q-S1 Gallery & Sony WX220 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax Q-S1 over the Sony WX220
| Q-S1 | WX220 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | More exact focusing |
Reasons to pick Sony WX220 over the Pentax Q-S1
| WX220 | Q-S1 |
|---|
Common features in the Pentax Q-S1 and Sony WX220
| Q-S1 | WX220 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | August 2014 |  | February 2014 | Similar age |
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent screen measurements |
| Screen resolution | 460k |  | 460k | Same screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Absent selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Pentax Q-S1 vs Sony WX220 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Pentax Q-S1 has 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 WX220 has sizing of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).
Contrast the Pentax Q-S1 vs Sony WX220 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the Q-S1 and the WX220.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Q-S1 and WX220 is 92 and 96 respectively.
Pentax Q-S1 vs Sony WX220 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizing merely by reviewing specs. The photograph underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Q-S1 and WX220.
As you can plainly see, the two cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Q-S1 because of its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF easier and the Sony WX220 will deliver extra detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs far more aggressively.
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Pentax Q-S1 vs Sony WX220 Specifications
| Pentax Q-S1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX220 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Pentax | Sony |
| Model | Pentax Q-S1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX220 |
| Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Ultracompact |
| Launched | 2014-08-04 | 2014-02-12 |
| Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | Q Engine | Bionz X |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 41.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 18 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4896 x 3672 |
| Max native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | Pentax Q | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | - | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
| Highest aperture | - | f/3.3-5.9 |
| Amount of lenses | 8 | - |
| Crop factor | 4.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
| Resolution of screen | 460k dots | 460k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 30s | 4s |
| Max shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/1600s |
| Continuous shutter rate | 5.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 4.90 m (at ISO 100) | 3.70 m (with Auto ISO) |
| Flash settings | Auto, redeye reduction, slow sync, trailing curtain sync | Auto, on, slow synchro, off, advanced |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30,25, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30, 25, 24p), 640 x 480 (30, 25, 24p) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| 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 sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 203 gr (0.45 lbs) | 121 gr (0.27 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 105 x 58 x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 92 x 52 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall 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 photos | 210 photos |
| Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | D-LI68 | NP-BN |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, portrait) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Price at release | $250 | $198 |