Olympus 1 vs Pentax Q7

In this article, we will be evaluating the Olympus 1 versus Pentax Q7, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the 1 (12MP) and the Q7 (12MP) is pretty close and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/1.7").

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The 1 was announced 4 months after the Q7 and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus 1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax Q7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a brief view of how the 1 scores versus the Q7 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus 1 and Pentax Q7. The whole galleries are available at Olympus 1 Gallery and Pentax Q7 Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Olympus 1 comes with outside measurements of 116mm x 87mm x 57mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.2") having a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs) and the Pentax Q7 has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus 1 versus Pentax Q7 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the 1 against the Q7.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 1 and Q7 is 79 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by viewing specifications. The pic underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the 1 and Q7.

Plainly, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of photos but you may want to consider the production date of the cameras into account.