Fujifilm X-Pro3 vs Pentax Q

Let's look closer at the Fujifilm X-Pro3 versus Pentax Q, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers FujiFilm and Pentax. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-Pro3 (26MP) and Q (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-Pro3 (APS-C) and Q (1/2.3") possess different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm X-Pro3 was unveiled 8 years later than the Q and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a simple view of how the Fujifilm X-Pro3 scores versus the Q for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-Pro3 and Pentax Q. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-Pro3 Gallery and Pentax Q Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-Pro3 provides external measurements of 141mm x 83mm x 46mm (5.6" x 3.3" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 497 grams (1.10 lbs) whilst the Pentax Q has dimensions 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-Pro3 versus Pentax Q in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm X-Pro3 and the Q.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-Pro3 and Q is 78 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to visualize the difference in sensor sizing merely by looking through technical specs. The visual here will give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-Pro3 and Q.

As you can tell, each of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-Pro3 having a larger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Fujifilm X-Pro3 will provide you with more detail having an extra 14 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images a little more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X-Pro3 provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.