Pentax Q-S1 vs Sony WX30
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Pentax Q-S1 vs Sony WX30 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
- Revealed August 2014
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-125mm (F2.6-6.3) lens
- 117g - 92 x 52 x 19mm
- Revealed July 2011
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Below is a extended assessment of the Pentax Q-S1 versus Sony WX30, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Pentax and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap among the image resolutions of the Q-S1 (12MP) and WX30 (16MP) and the Q-S1 (1/1.7") and WX30 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizes.
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Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple summary of how the Q-S1 grades against the WX30 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax Q-S1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30. The full galleries are viewable at Pentax Q-S1 Gallery & Sony WX30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax Q-S1 over the Sony WX30
| Q-S1 | WX30 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | August 2014 |  | July 2011 | More recent by 37 months |
| Manually focus |  | More exact focus |
Reasons to pick Sony WX30 over the Pentax Q-S1
| WX30 | Q-S1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display resolution | 922k |  | 460k | Clearer display (+462k dot) |
| Touch display |  | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Pentax Q-S1 and Sony WX30
| Q-S1 | WX30 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display size | 3" |  | 3" | Same display dimensions |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Pentax Q-S1 vs Sony WX30 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to lug around your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Pentax Q-S1 comes with outer dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 203 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Sony WX30 has measurements of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).
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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the Q-S1 compared to the WX30.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Q-S1 and WX30 is 92 and 96 respectively.
Pentax Q-S1 vs Sony WX30 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be hard to visualise the gap in sensor measurements simply by researching technical specs. The photograph underneath should offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Q-S1 and WX30.
As you have seen, the two cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Q-S1 using its larger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Sony WX30 will provide you with greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images way more aggressively. The more modern Q-S1 will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
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Pentax Q-S1 vs Sony WX30 Specifications
| Pentax Q-S1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Pentax | Sony |
| Model | Pentax Q-S1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30 |
| Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Small Sensor Compact |
| Revealed | 2014-08-04 | 2011-07-25 |
| Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | Q Engine | BIONZ |
| 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 | 12MP | 16MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | Pentax Q | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | - | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | - | f/2.6-6.3 |
| Macro focus distance | - | 5cm |
| Number of lenses | 8 | - |
| Crop factor | 4.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Resolution of screen | 460k dots | 922k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Screen technology | - | XtraFine TFT LCD display |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
| Continuous shooting rate | 5.0fps | 10.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 4.90 m (at ISO 100) | 3.70 m |
| Flash options | Auto, redeye reduction, slow sync, trailing curtain sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| 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) | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| 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 sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 203 gr (0.45 lb) | 117 gr (0.26 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 105 x 58 x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 92 x 52 x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") |
| 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 photos | 250 photos |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | D-LI68 | NP-BN1 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Cost at launch | $250 | $259 |