Fujifilm X-T20 vs Pentax Q
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Fujifilm X-T20 vs Pentax Q Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Boost to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 383g - 118 x 83 x 41mm
- Announced January 2017
- Succeeded the Fujifilm X-T10
- Newer Model is Fujifilm X-T30
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax Q Mount
- 180g - 98 x 57 x 31mm
- Released June 2011
- Renewed by Pentax Q10

Fujifilm X-T20 vs Pentax Q Overview
In this article, we are analyzing the Fujifilm X-T20 and Pentax Q, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Pentax. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T20 (24MP) and Q (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-T20 (APS-C) and Q (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor dimensions.

The Fujifilm X-T20 was announced 5 years later than the Q and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm X-T20 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax Q being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before going straight into a in depth comparison, below is a concise view of how the Fujifilm X-T20 grades against the Q in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm X-T20 vs Pentax Q Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-T20 & Pentax Q. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-T20 Gallery & Pentax Q Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T20 over the Pentax Q
Fujifilm X-T20 | Q | |||
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Released | January 2017 | ![]() | June 2011 | Fresher by 68 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper display (+460k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax Q over the Fujifilm X-T20
Q | Fujifilm X-T20 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-T20 and Pentax Q
Fujifilm X-T20 | Q | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen |
Fujifilm X-T20 vs Pentax Q Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-T20 offers external dimensions of 118mm x 83mm x 41mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) whilst 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).
Look at the Fujifilm X-T20 and Pentax Q in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select during that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm X-T20 versus the Q.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-T20 and Q is 83 and 93 respectively.

Fujifilm X-T20 vs Pentax Q Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizing simply by looking through a spec sheet. The photograph below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-T20 and Q.
Clearly, each of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-T20 using its larger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Fujifilm X-T20 will render more detail with its extra 12MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images far more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X-T20 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.

Fujifilm X-T20 vs Pentax Q Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-T20 vs Pentax Q Specifications
Fujifilm X-T20 | Pentax Q | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Pentax |
Model type | Fujifilm X-T20 | Pentax Q |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2017-01-18 | 2011-06-23 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | X-Processor Pro2 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS III | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 368.2mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 51200 | - |
Min native ISO | 200 | 125 |
RAW pictures | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 325 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Fujifilm X | Pentax Q |
Number of lenses | 54 | 8 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 920k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Max silent shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 14.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m (ISO 100) | 5.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, forced flash, slow synchro, flash off, rear-curtain synchro, commander | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Trailing-curtain sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/180 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 (29.97p, 25p, 24p, 23.98p), 1920 x 1080 (59.94p, 50p, 29.97p, 25p, 24p, 23.98p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 383 gr (0.84 lbs) | 180 gr (0.40 lbs) |
Dimensions | 118 x 83 x 41mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.6") | 98 x 57 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 47 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 20.2 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.1 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 189 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 photographs | 230 photographs |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-W126S | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (10sec. / 2sec. Delay) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-II compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $900 | $695 |