Pentax K-r vs Pentax Q7

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Pentax K-r vs Pentax Q7, former being a Entry-Level DSLR while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both are created by Pentax. The resolution of the K-r (12MP) and the Q7 (12MP) is relatively similar but the K-r (APS-C) and Q7 (1/1.7") enjoy totally different sensor size.

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The K-r was announced 3 years prior to the Q7 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Pentax K-r being a Compact SLR camera and the Pentax Q7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a quick summary of how the K-r grades vs the Q7 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax K-r & Pentax Q7. The whole galleries are provided at Pentax K-r Gallery & Pentax Q7 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Pentax K-r features outside dimensions of 125mm x 97mm x 68mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.7") accompanied by a weight of 598 grams (1.32 lbs) and the Pentax Q7 has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the K-r and the Q7.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the K-r and Q7 is 67 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to envision the difference between sensor sizing just by reviewing specs. The visual underneath will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the K-r and Q7.

All in all, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact resolution albeit not the same sensor sizing. The K-r features the bigger sensor which will make getting shallow DOF simpler. The older K-r is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.