Fujifilm X-T30 vs Pentax Q
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Fujifilm X-T30 vs Pentax Q Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 26MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 160 - 12800 (Push to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 383g - 118 x 83 x 47mm
- Announced February 2019
- Replaced the Fujifilm X-T20
- Later Model is Fujifilm X-T30 II
(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
- Launched June 2011
- New Model is Pentax Q10
Fujifilm X-T30 vs Pentax Q Overview
On this page, we are analyzing the Fujifilm X-T30 versus Pentax Q, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Pentax. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T30 (26MP) and Q (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-T30 (APS-C) and Q (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor size.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe Fujifilm X-T30 was unveiled 7 years after the Q which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm X-T30 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax Q being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the Fujifilm X-T30 grades against the Q for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Fujifilm X-T30 vs Pentax Q Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-T30 and Pentax Q. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-T30 Gallery and Pentax Q Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T30 over the Pentax Q
Fujifilm X-T30 | Q | |||
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Launched | February 2019 | June 2011 | More modern by 94 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 460k | Clearer display (+580k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax Q over the Fujifilm X-T30
Q | Fujifilm X-T30 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-T30 and Pentax Q
Fujifilm X-T30 | Q | |||
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Focus manually | Very accurate focus | |||
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display size | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen |
Fujifilm X-T30 vs Pentax Q Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-T30 has got outer dimensions of 118mm x 83mm x 47mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.9") with a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) and the Pentax Q has sizing of 98mm x 57mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") having a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).
Check the Fujifilm X-T30 versus Pentax Q in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at that moment. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm X-T30 compared to the Q.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-T30 and Q is 82 and 93 respectively.
Fujifilm X-T30 vs Pentax Q Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizes only by reviewing technical specs. The picture below should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-T30 and Q.
As you have seen, both the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-T30 with its larger sensor will make getting bokeh simpler and the Fujifilm X-T30 will offer extra detail having an extra 14MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X-T30 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.
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Fujifilm X-T30 vs Pentax Q Specifications
Fujifilm X-T30 | Pentax Q | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Pentax |
Model | Fujifilm X-T30 | Pentax Q |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2019-02-14 | 2011-06-23 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | X-Processor 4 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 366.6mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 26MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 6240 x 4160 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Highest boosted ISO | 51200 | - |
Min native ISO | 160 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Min boosted ISO | 80 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to 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 | 425 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Fujifilm X | Pentax Q |
Number of lenses | 54 | 8 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 1,040k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Maximum quiet shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 20.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m (at ISO 100) | 5.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, on, slow sync, manual, commander | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Trailing-curtain sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | - | 1/2000 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 4096 x 2160 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 4096x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.1 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 383g (0.84 lb) | 180g (0.40 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 118 x 83 x 47mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.9") | 98 x 57 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 380 shots | 230 shots |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-W126S | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $899 | $695 |