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Pentax Q-S1 vs Sony ZV-E1

Portability
92
Imaging
37
Features
54
Overall
43
Pentax Q-S1 front
 
Sony ZV-E1 front
Portability
80
Imaging
66
Features
89
Overall
75

Pentax Q-S1 vs Sony ZV-E1 Key Specs

Pentax Q-S1
(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
  • Revealed August 2014
Sony ZV-E1
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.00" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 80 - 102400 (Raise to 409600)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 3840 x 1920 video
  • Sony E Mount
  • 483g - 121 x 72 x 54mm
  • Announced March 2023
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Pentax Q-S1 vs Sony ZV-E1 Overview

Below, we are matching up the Pentax Q-S1 vs Sony ZV-E1, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Pentax and Sony. The image resolution of the Q-S1 (12MP) and the ZV-E1 (12MP) is fairly close but the Q-S1 (1/1.7") and ZV-E1 (Full frame) enjoy totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Q-S1 was revealed 9 years earlier than the ZV-E1 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting through a more detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the Q-S1 matches up against the ZV-E1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Pentax Q-S1 over the Sony ZV-E1

 Q-S1 ZV-E1 

Reasons to pick Sony ZV-E1 over the Pentax Q-S1

 ZV-E1 Q-S1 
AnnouncedMarch 2023August 2014More modern by 105 months
Display typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating display
Display resolution1037k460kClearer display (+577k dot)
Selfie screen Easy selfies
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Common features in the Pentax Q-S1 and Sony ZV-E1

 Q-S1 ZV-E1 
Manual focus Dial precise focus
Display dimension3"3.00"Identical display sizing

Pentax Q-S1 vs Sony ZV-E1 Physical Comparison

For those who are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Pentax Q-S1 enjoys outside measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 203 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Sony ZV-E1 has proportions of 121mm x 72mm x 54mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.1") and a weight of 483 grams (1.06 lbs).

Analyze the Pentax Q-S1 vs Sony ZV-E1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the Q-S1 against the ZV-E1.

Pentax Q-S1 vs Sony ZV-E1 size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Q-S1 and ZV-E1 is 92 and 80 respectively.

Pentax Q-S1 vs Sony ZV-E1 top view buttons comparison

Pentax Q-S1 vs Sony ZV-E1 Sensor Comparison

Quite often, it is hard to envision the gap in sensor sizes just by viewing a spec sheet. The image here may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Q-S1 and ZV-E1.

Clearly, each of these cameras have got the exact same megapixels but not the same sensor sizes. The Q-S1 has got the smaller sensor which should make achieving bokeh more difficult. The more aged Q-S1 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

Pentax Q-S1 vs Sony ZV-E1 sensor size comparison

Pentax Q-S1 vs Sony ZV-E1 Screen and ViewFinder

Pentax Q-S1 vs Sony ZV-E1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Pentax Q-S1 Portrait photography factors
Sony ZV-E1 Portrait photography factors
46
has manual focus
has face detection autofocus
exports RAW files
megapixel count low (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/1.7")
71
manual focus
sensor size is great (Full frame)
supports face detect autofocus
saves RAW files
resolution not great (12MP)
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Street Comparison

Pentax Q-S1 Street photography highlights
Sony ZV-E1 Street photography highlights
69
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
exports RAW files
lighter than competitors (203 grams)
no articulating screen
tiny sensor (1/1.7")
84
screen can move to multiple angles
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
saves RAW files
supports touch to focus
environment sealing
lighter than competition in class (483g)
good ISO range (102,400)
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Sports Comparison

Pentax Q-S1 as a Sports photography camera
Sony ZV-E1 as a Sports photography camera
37
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000s)
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
has tracking autofocus
very slow continuous shooting (5.0 fps)
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/1.7")
low battery power (250 shots)
does not have phase detect autofocus
71
quiet shooting (1/8,000s)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
supports tracking focus
environment sealing
good battery (570 per charge)
supports phase detect autofocus
max shutter speed is low