Pentax K-x vs Pentax Q

Below is a extensive overview of the Pentax K-x versus Pentax Q, one being a Entry-Level DSLR and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are offered by Pentax. The sensor resolution of the K-x (12MP) and the Q (12MP) is fairly comparable but the K-x (APS-C) and Q (1/2.3") have different sensor measurements.

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The K-x was released 18 months earlier than the Q making them a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Pentax K-x being a Compact SLR camera and the Pentax Q being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short introduction of how the K-x grades against the Q in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax K-x and Pentax Q. The complete galleries are viewable at Pentax K-x Gallery and Pentax Q Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Pentax K-x has outside measurements of 123mm x 92mm x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") along with a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs) and the Pentax Q has dimensions of 98mm x 57mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") and a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).

Look at the Pentax K-x versus Pentax Q in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the K-x vs the Q.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the K-x and Q is 69 and 93 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to visualize the difference in sensor measurements only by checking out specs. The visual underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the K-x and Q.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras feature the identical megapixels but different sensor measurements. The K-x uses the larger sensor which will make obtaining bokeh easier. The older K-x will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.