Fujifilm X-A7 vs Pentax Q
86 Imaging
70 Features
84 Overall
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93 Imaging
35 Features
47 Overall
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Fujifilm X-A7 vs Pentax Q Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.5" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Expand to 25600)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 320g - 119 x 68 x 41mm
- Announced September 2019
- Earlier Model is Fujifilm X-A5
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax Q Mount
- 180g - 98 x 57 x 31mm
- Revealed June 2011
- Later Model is Pentax Q10
Fujifilm X-A7 vs Pentax Q Overview
Let's look more closely at the Fujifilm X-A7 and Pentax Q, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Pentax. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A7 (24MP) and Q (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-A7 (APS-C) and Q (1/2.3") offer different sensor dimensions.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe Fujifilm X-A7 was launched 8 years later than the Q and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a short summary of how the Fujifilm X-A7 matches up vs the Q in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Fujifilm X-A7 vs Pentax Q Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-A7 and Pentax Q. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm X-A7 Gallery and Pentax Q Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A7 over the Pentax Q
Fujifilm X-A7 | Q | |||
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Revealed | September 2019 | June 2011 | More recent by 101 months | |
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display size | 3.5" | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 2760k | 460k | Sharper display (+2300k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax Q over the Fujifilm X-A7
Q | Fujifilm X-A7 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-A7 and Pentax Q
Fujifilm X-A7 | Q | |||
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Focus manually | Very precise focusing |
Fujifilm X-A7 vs Pentax Q Physical Comparison
If you are going to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-A7 has got exterior measurements of 119mm x 68mm x 41mm (4.7" x 2.7" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 320 grams (0.71 lbs) whilst the Pentax Q has specifications of 98mm x 57mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).
Check the Fujifilm X-A7 and Pentax Q in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm X-A7 and the Q.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-A7 and Q is 86 and 93 respectively.
Fujifilm X-A7 vs Pentax Q Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its tough to visualize the difference between sensor measurements only by checking technical specs. The graphic below will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-A7 and Q.
As you can tell, the two cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-A7 featuring a larger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Fujifilm X-A7 will give greater detail utilizing its extra 12 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X-A7 should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.
Fujifilm X-A7 vs Pentax Q Screen and ViewFinder
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Fujifilm X-A7 vs Pentax Q Specifications
Fujifilm X-A7 | Pentax Q | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Pentax |
Model type | Fujifilm X-A7 | Pentax Q |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2019-09-11 | 2011-06-23 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 425 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Fujifilm X | Pentax Q |
Number of lenses | 54 | 8 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3.5" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 2,760k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Fastest silent shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 6.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m (at ISO 100) | 5.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, forced, slow synchro, 2nd curtain, commander, suppressed) | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Trailing-curtain sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/180 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | NP-W126S lithium-ion battery & USB charger | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 320 grams (0.71 lbs) | 180 grams (0.40 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 119 x 68 x 41mm (4.7" x 2.7" x 1.6") | 98 x 57 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 47 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 20.2 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.1 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 189 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 440 pictures | 230 pictures |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-W126S | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $700 | $695 |