Fujifilm X-M1 vs Pentax Q

Below, we will be looking at the Fujifilm X-M1 and Pentax Q, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Pentax. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-M1 (16MP) and Q (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-M1 (APS-C) and Q (1/2.3") use different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm X-M1 was brought out 2 years later than the Q and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the Fujifilm X-M1 scores against the Q with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-M1 and Pentax Q. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-M1 Gallery and Pentax Q Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-M1 enjoys exterior measurements of 117mm x 67mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) while the Pentax Q has proportions of 98mm x 57mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") having a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm X-M1 against the Q.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-M1 and Q is 87 and 93 respectively.

Often, it is tough to picture the difference between sensor sizing simply by checking a spec sheet. The visual underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-M1 and Q.

As you can see, the 2 cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-M1 due to its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Fujifilm X-M1 will resolve greater detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs much more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X-M1 should have an edge in sensor innovation.