Pentax Q vs Pentax Q-S1

Let's look a little more in depth at the Pentax Q and Pentax Q-S1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras and they are both designed by Pentax. The sensor resolution of the Q (12MP) and the Q-S1 (12MP) is very close but the Q (1/2.3") and Q-S1 (1/1.7") possess totally different sensor dimensions.

Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next month

The Q was manufactured 4 years prior to the Q-S1 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the Q scores versus the Q-S1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax Q and Pentax Q-S1. The entire galleries are available at Pentax Q Gallery and Pentax Q-S1 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Pentax Q comes with outer dimensions of 98mm x 57mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") and a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Pentax Q-S1 has measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 203 grams (0.45 lbs).

Compare the Pentax Q and Pentax Q-S1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the Q vs the Q-S1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Q and Q-S1 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes just by looking through a spec sheet. The pic here will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Q and Q-S1.

As you can see, the 2 cameras posses the exact same resolution but not the same sensor sizes. The Q provides the smaller sensor which is going to make achieving shallow depth of field tougher. The more aged Q will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.