Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Pentax Q
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Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Pentax Q Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Push to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 495g - 141 x 83 x 56mm
- Revealed January 2016
- Succeeded the Fujifilm X-Pro1
- Refreshed by Fujifilm X-Pro3
(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
- Launched June 2011
- Later Model is Pentax Q10

Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Pentax Q Overview
Here, we will be comparing the Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Pentax Q, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals FujiFilm and Pentax. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-Pro2 (24MP) and Q (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-Pro2 (APS-C) and Q (1/2.3") boast different sensor size.

The Fujifilm X-Pro2 was manufactured 4 years after the Q which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before going right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the Fujifilm X-Pro2 matches up vs the Q in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Pentax Q Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-Pro2 and Pentax Q. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-Pro2 Gallery and Pentax Q Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-Pro2 over the Pentax Q
Fujifilm X-Pro2 | Q | |||
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Launched | January 2016 | ![]() | June 2011 | Newer by 56 months |
Screen resolution | 1620k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper screen (+1160k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax Q over the Fujifilm X-Pro2
Q | Fujifilm X-Pro2 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-Pro2 and Pentax Q
Fujifilm X-Pro2 | Q | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Pentax Q Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-Pro2 provides outer dimensions of 141mm x 83mm x 56mm (5.6" x 3.3" x 2.2") along with a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs) and the Pentax Q has proportions of 98mm x 57mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") and a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).
Compare the Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Pentax Q in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs the Q.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-Pro2 and Q is 74 and 93 respectively.

Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Pentax Q Sensor Comparison
Typically, its difficult to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by going through specs. The picture underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-Pro2 and Q.
As you can plainly see, both of these cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-Pro2 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh simpler and the Fujifilm X-Pro2 will show greater detail due to its extra 12MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots way more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X-Pro2 should have a benefit in sensor innovation.

Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Pentax Q Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Pentax Q Specifications
Fujifilm X-Pro2 | Pentax Q | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Pentax |
Model | Fujifilm X-Pro2 | Pentax Q |
Type | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2016-01-15 | 2011-06-23 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | EXR Processor III | - |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS III | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 368.2mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 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 | 51200 | - |
Min native ISO | 200 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 273 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Fujifilm X | Pentax Q |
Available lenses | 54 | 8 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 1,620k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic and Optical (tunnel) | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 92 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.6x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 8.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 5.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, forced flash, slow synchro, suppressed flash, rear-curtain synchro, commander) | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Trailing-curtain sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/250 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840x2160 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25,p, 24p) | 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 file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 495 grams (1.09 lbs) | 180 grams (0.40 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 141 x 83 x 56mm (5.6" x 3.3" x 2.2") | 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 | 350 photographs | 230 photographs |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-W126 | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC (Dual slots, UHS-II support in slot 1) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 2 | Single |
Price at release | $1,700 | $695 |