Olympus VH-515 vs Pentax Q

On this page, we will be analyzing the Olympus VH-515 and Pentax Q, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Olympus and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the VH-515 (12MP) and the Q (12MP) is relatively similar and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The VH-515 was revealed 15 months later than the Q which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras have different body design with the Olympus VH-515 being a Compact camera and the Pentax Q being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the VH-515 matches up versus the Q in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus VH-515 and Pentax Q. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus VH-515 Gallery and Pentax Q Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Olympus VH-515 comes with outer measurements of 102mm x 60mm x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Pentax Q has specifications of 98mm x 57mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") along with a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus VH-515 and Pentax Q 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 attached at that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the VH-515 and the Q.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the VH-515 and Q is 95 and 93 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to picture the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The visual underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the VH-515 and Q.

As you can see, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels and you should expect similar quality of images although you should always consider the production date of the products into consideration. The fresher VH-515 should have an edge in sensor innovation.