Pentax K-70 vs Pentax Q

The following is a in depth comparison of the Pentax K-70 vs Pentax Q, one is a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both are produced by Pentax. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the K-70 (24MP) and Q (12MP) and the K-70 (APS-C) and Q (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor dimensions.

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The K-70 was unveiled 5 years after the Q which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Pentax K-70 being a Compact SLR camera and the Pentax Q being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise view of how the K-70 matches up against the Q in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax K-70 and Pentax Q. The full galleries are available at Pentax K-70 Gallery and Pentax Q Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Pentax K-70 enjoys outer dimensions of 126mm x 93mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.9") with a weight of 688 grams (1.52 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).

Look at the Pentax K-70 vs Pentax Q in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the K-70 vs the Q.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the K-70 and Q is 62 and 93 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions purely by reading technical specs. The pic underneath will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the K-70 and Q.

As you have seen, each of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The K-70 using its bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh simpler and the Pentax K-70 will offer extra detail having an extra 12MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more recent K-70 will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.