Fujifilm X-A2 vs Pentax Q
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Fujifilm X-A2 vs Pentax Q Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Bump to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 350g - 117 x 67 x 40mm
- Announced January 2015
- Previous Model is Fujifilm X-A1
- Renewed by Fujifilm X-A3
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax Q Mount
- 180g - 98 x 57 x 31mm
- Released June 2011
- Successor is Pentax Q10

Fujifilm X-A2 vs Pentax Q Overview
Below is a comprehensive review of the Fujifilm X-A2 and Pentax Q, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Pentax. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A2 (16MP) and Q (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-A2 (APS-C) and Q (1/2.3") boast different sensor sizing.

The Fujifilm X-A2 was manufactured 3 years later than the Q and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before we go into a full comparison, here is a short overview of how the Fujifilm X-A2 matches up versus the Q with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Fujifilm X-A2 vs Pentax Q Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-A2 & Pentax Q. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-A2 Gallery & Pentax Q Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A2 over the Pentax Q
Fujifilm X-A2 | Q | |||
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Released | January 2015 | ![]() | June 2011 | More recent by 44 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper screen (+460k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Pentax Q over the Fujifilm X-A2
Q | Fujifilm X-A2 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-A2 and Pentax Q
Fujifilm X-A2 | Q | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen measurement |
Touch screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch screen |
Fujifilm X-A2 vs Pentax Q Physical Comparison
If you are intending to lug around your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-A2 provides outer measurements of 117mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") along with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) whilst the Pentax Q has measurements of 98mm x 57mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).
Examine the Fujifilm X-A2 and Pentax Q in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm X-A2 against the Q.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-A2 and Q is 86 and 93 respectively.

Fujifilm X-A2 vs Pentax Q Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's tough to imagine the difference in sensor measurements merely by viewing technical specs. The photograph here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-A2 and Q.
As you have seen, both the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-A2 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make getting bokeh easier and the Fujifilm X-A2 will render extra detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X-A2 provides an advantage in sensor innovation.

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Fujifilm X-A2 vs Pentax Q Specifications
Fujifilm X-A2 | Pentax Q | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Pentax |
Model | Fujifilm X-A2 | Pentax Q |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2015-01-14 | 2011-06-23 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | EXR Processor II | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 368.2mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 125 |
RAW support | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Fujifilm X | Pentax Q |
Total lenses | 54 | 8 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 920 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.6fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m (at ISO 200) | 5.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro, rear-curtain synchro, commander | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Trailing-curtain sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/180 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 350 gr (0.77 pounds) | 180 gr (0.40 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 117 x 67 x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") | 98 x 57 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 47 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 20.2 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.1 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 189 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 shots | 230 shots |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-W126 | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $370 | $695 |