Fujifilm X-M1 vs Pentax Q7

Below, we are matching up the Fujifilm X-M1 and Pentax Q7, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Pentax. There is a considerable difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-M1 (16MP) and Q7 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-M1 (APS-C) and Q7 (1/1.7") feature different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm X-M1 was brought out 2 months later than the Q7 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving in to a full comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-M1 matches up versus the Q7 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-M1 & Pentax Q7. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-M1 Gallery & Pentax Q7 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-M1 provides physical 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 Q7 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Check out the Fujifilm X-M1 and Pentax Q7 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm X-M1 vs the Q7.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-M1 and Q7 is 87 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, it is very tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing merely by looking through specs. The visual underneath will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-M1 and Q7.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-M1 because of its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Fujifilm X-M1 will result in more detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics much more aggressively.