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.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe 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 |