Pentax K-S2 vs Pentax Q7

Here is a extensive comparison of the Pentax K-S2 versus Pentax Q7, one being a Entry-Level DSLR and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are created by Pentax. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the K-S2 (20MP) and Q7 (12MP) and the K-S2 (APS-C) and Q7 (1/1.7") have different sensor dimensions.

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The K-S2 was released 19 months later than the Q7 making them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras feature different body design with the Pentax K-S2 being a Compact SLR camera and the Pentax Q7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the K-S2 grades versus the Q7 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax K-S2 and Pentax Q7. The complete galleries are viewable at Pentax K-S2 Gallery and Pentax Q7 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Pentax K-S2 has external dimensions of 123mm x 91mm x 73mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.9") along with a weight of 678 grams (1.49 lbs) and the Pentax Q7 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Look at the Pentax K-S2 versus Pentax Q7 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at the time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the K-S2 versus the Q7.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the K-S2 and Q7 is 64 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizing merely by viewing specs. The photograph below will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the K-S2 and Q7.

All in all, each of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The K-S2 due to its larger sensor is going to make getting bokeh easier and the Pentax K-S2 will render greater detail as a result of its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics way more aggressively. The fresher K-S2 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.