Which Q?

Of the four Q models, any agreement which is "the best"? The latter ones have a larger sensor, but I have heard several people argue the original has nicer ergonomics etc.

I might just get a Pentax 110 Auto instead....

Thanks, Kris.

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Kris Lockyear
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In terms of ergonomics I don't think it makes any difference.

In terms of quality the bigger sensor is better. My Q S-1 gives results identical to my MX-1. Both are superb cameras.

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Best regards, John

The build quality of the original Q is superior, but it falls far short of the image quality of the Q-7 and Q-S1 which share the same sensor.

As John pointed out, there is little to choose between the ergonomics of these which is sometimes challenging for those of us with fat fingers. I think I would prefer the little grip of the Q-7 over the Q-S1 knob, but having never held the Q-S1 that's an uninformed guess.

Maybe for most people it's more a question of style although I can't think of a reason to buy a Q-10 if you could have a Q-7.

Regarding the Pentax Auto 110; if coupled with a set of aperture discs from Lensbaby, the various 110 lenses work nicely with an adapter on the Q cameras.

I was hoping that Ricoh would release a Q with an EVF, but now that the Q line seems to be discontinued, I guess it ain't going to happen.

Agree completely with what Ronnie said. The Q7 is much easier to hold. The Q-S1 is rather uncomfortable between the index and middle finger (where the IR unit is located). I bought a hotshoe thumb grip for my Q-S1 and that improved the comfort levels greatly, but makes for an awkward hand position.

It all then boils down to whichever one looks nicer or comes cheaper. I'd take the Q-S1 again (the red and gun metal is a stunner)

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All the gear with no idea

Thanks folks. I'd assumed the larger sensor was the way to go. There seem to be more Q-S1's for sale than Q7s which are surprisingly pricey.

Best wishes, Kris.

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Kris Lockyear
It is an illusion that photos are made with the camera… they are made with the eye, heart and head. Henri Cartier-Bresson
Lots of film bodies, a couple of digital ones, too many lenses (mainly older glass) and a Horseman LE 5x4.
My website

just make sure that there are no issues with the clock battery pre-purchase, else you'll be resetting the date and time every time you change battery. Pretty common issue I believe.

The resetting issue is most likely a rather silly menu structure. Having set the details, we have to scroll down to "settings complete" and click that tab, otherwise they are not saved.

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Best regards, John