Canon M100 vs Pentax Q

On this page, we are analyzing the Canon M100 versus Pentax Q, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Canon and Pentax. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the M100 (24MP) and Q (12MP) and the M100 (APS-C) and Q (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The M100 was revealed 6 years later than the Q and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the M100 matches up versus the Q for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS M100 and Pentax Q. The full galleries are provided at Canon M100 Gallery and Pentax Q Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon M100 comes with outer dimensions of 108mm x 67mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") along with a weight of 302 grams (0.67 lbs) whilst the Pentax Q has dimensions of 98mm x 57mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") along with a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).

Look at the Canon M100 versus Pentax Q in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use at that moment. Below is a front view scale comparison of the M100 compared to the Q.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the M100 and Q is 88 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to see the difference between sensor sizing simply by reading through specs. The graphic underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the M100 and Q.

All in all, both of these cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The M100 having a larger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Canon M100 will resolve greater detail because of its extra 12MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images a bit more aggressively. The more modern M100 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.