Fujifilm X-E3 vs Pentax Q7
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78 Overall
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Fujifilm X-E3 vs Pentax Q7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Raise to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 337g - 121 x 74 x 43mm
- Launched September 2017
- Previous Model is Fujifilm X-E2S
- Later Model is Fujifilm X-E4
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax Q Mount
- 200g - 102 x 58 x 34mm
- Launched August 2013
- Replaced the Pentax Q10

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Pentax Q7 Overview
Here is a thorough analysis of the Fujifilm X-E3 vs Pentax Q7, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Pentax. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-E3 (24MP) and Q7 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-E3 (APS-C) and Q7 (1/1.7") provide totally different sensor size.

The Fujifilm X-E3 was revealed 4 years later than the Q7 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before getting straight to a full comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-E3 grades vs the Q7 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Pentax Q7 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-E3 and Pentax Q7. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-E3 Gallery and Pentax Q7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E3 over the Pentax Q7
Fujifilm X-E3 | Q7 | |||
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Launched | September 2017 | ![]() | August 2013 | Fresher by 50 months |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper display (+580k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax Q7 over the Fujifilm X-E3
Q7 | Fujifilm X-E3 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-E3 and Pentax Q7
Fujifilm X-E3 | Q7 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen |
Fujifilm X-E3 vs Pentax Q7 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-E3 offers outer measurements of 121mm x 74mm x 43mm (4.8" x 2.9" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) while the Pentax Q7 has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).
Check out the Fujifilm X-E3 vs Pentax Q7 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm X-E3 vs the Q7.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-E3 and Q7 is 85 and 92 respectively.

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Pentax Q7 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be tough to envision the gap between sensor sizing just by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-E3 and Q7.
Clearly, each of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-E3 with its larger sensor will make getting shallow DOF easier and the Fujifilm X-E3 will deliver greater detail because of its extra 12MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images way more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm X-E3 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Pentax Q7 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-E3 vs Pentax Q7 Specifications
Fujifilm X-E3 | Pentax Q7 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Pentax |
Model | Fujifilm X-E3 | Pentax Q7 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2017-09-07 | 2013-08-08 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | EXR Processor III | - |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS III | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/1.7" |
Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor area | 368.2mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Max enhanced ISO | 51200 | - |
Min native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 325 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Fujifilm X | Pentax Q |
Amount of lenses | 54 | 8 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,040k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT color LCD monitor, wide angle viewing, AR coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Optical (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Fastest silent shutter speed | 1/32000 seconds | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 14.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 4.90 m (ISO100/m) |
Flash options | no built-in flash | P-TTL, Red-eye Reduction, Slow-speed Sync, Trailing Curtain Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/180 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 (20p, 25p, 24p) | FullHD(1920x1080, 30fps/25fps/24fps), HD(1280x720,16:9,30fps/25fps/24fps), VGA(640x480,4:3,30fps/25fps/24fps) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
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 | 337 gr (0.74 lb) | 200 gr (0.44 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 121 x 74 x 43mm (4.8" x 2.9" x 1.7") | 102 x 58 x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 pictures | 250 pictures |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-W126S | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (12 sec, 2 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD, SDHC, SDXC and Eye-Fi Card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $700 | $480 |