Nikon D5000 vs Pentax Q7

Below, we are looking at the Nikon D5000 and Pentax Q7, one is a Entry-Level DSLR and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Nikon and Pentax. The image resolution of the D5000 (12MP) and the Q7 (12MP) is very well matched but the D5000 (APS-C) and Q7 (1/1.7") feature different sensor size.

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The D5000 was introduced 5 years prior to the Q7 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Nikon D5000 being a Compact SLR camera and the Pentax Q7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick view of how the D5000 grades against the Q7 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon D5000 and Pentax Q7. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon D5000 Gallery and Pentax Q7 Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon D5000 has exterior measurements of 127mm x 104mm x 80mm (5.0" x 4.1" x 3.1") and a weight of 590 grams (1.30 lbs) whilst the Pentax Q7 has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon D5000 and Pentax Q7 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have during that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the D5000 compared to the Q7.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the D5000 and Q7 is 65 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, its difficult to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions purely by checking technical specs. The picture here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the D5000 and Q7.

As you can tell, both the cameras have got the exact same resolution but different sensor dimensions. The D5000 provides the larger sensor which will make achieving shallow depth of field simpler. The more aged D5000 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.