Pentax Q-S1 vs Sony ZV-E1
92 Imaging
37 Features
54 Overall
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80 Imaging
66 Features
89 Overall
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Pentax Q-S1 vs Sony ZV-E1 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
- Revealed August 2014
(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

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.

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.

Pentax Q-S1 vs Sony ZV-E1 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax Q-S1 & Sony ZV-E1. The full galleries are available at Pentax Q-S1 Gallery & Sony ZV-E1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax Q-S1 over the Sony ZV-E1
Q-S1 | ZV-E1 |
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Reasons to pick Sony ZV-E1 over the Pentax Q-S1
ZV-E1 | Q-S1 | |||
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Announced | March 2023 | ![]() | August 2014 | More modern by 105 months |
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Display resolution | 1037k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer 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 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 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.
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.

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 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 Screen and ViewFinder


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