Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Pentax Q7

Here, we will be matching up the Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Pentax Q7, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals FujiFilm and Pentax. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-Pro2 (24MP) and Q7 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-Pro2 (APS-C) and Q7 (1/1.7") provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm X-Pro2 was manufactured 2 years later than the Q7 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting into a complete comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the Fujifilm X-Pro2 grades vs the Q7 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-Pro2 and Pentax Q7. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-Pro2 Gallery and Pentax Q7 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-Pro2 offers external dimensions of 141mm x 83mm x 56mm (5.6" x 3.3" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs) whilst the Pentax Q7 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Pentax Q7 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have during that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm X-Pro2 versus the Q7.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-Pro2 and Q7 is 74 and 92 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizing purely by researching specs. The graphic underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-Pro2 and Q7.

All in all, the two cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-Pro2 because of its bigger sensor will make getting shallower DOF easier and the Fujifilm X-Pro2 will render more detail due to its extra 12MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X-Pro2 will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.