Nikon Z50 vs Pentax Q

Below is a in-depth review of the Nikon Z50 versus Pentax Q, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by competitors Nikon and Pentax. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the Z50 (21MP) and Q (12MP) and the Z50 (APS-C) and Q (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Z50 was manufactured 8 years later than the Q and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Nikon Z50 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax Q being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the Z50 grades versus the Q in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z50 and Pentax Q. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon Z50 Gallery and Pentax Q Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon Z50 features exterior measurements of 127mm x 94mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.4") with a weight of 397 grams (0.88 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).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have during that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the Z50 and the Q.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the Z50 and Q is 74 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to see the contrast in sensor measurements simply by going through technical specs. The photograph below will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Z50 and Q.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The Z50 because of its larger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Nikon Z50 will produce extra detail due to its extra 9MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos way more aggressively. The more recent Z50 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.