Pentax KP vs Pentax Q

Below, we will be analyzing the Pentax KP vs Pentax Q, one is a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are manufactured by Pentax. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the KP (24MP) and Q (12MP) and the KP (APS-C) and Q (1/2.3") use totally different sensor sizing.

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The KP was announced 5 years after the Q which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Pentax KP being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Pentax Q being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving through a thorough comparison, below is a short overview of how the KP grades against the Q in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax KP and Pentax Q. The whole galleries are available at Pentax KP Gallery and Pentax Q Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Pentax KP features physical measurements of 132mm x 101mm x 76mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 703 grams (1.55 lbs) whilst the Pentax Q has measurements of 98mm x 57mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") with a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the KP and the Q.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the KP and Q is 61 and 93 respectively.

Often, it's tough to see the difference between sensor sizes purely by going over technical specs. The image below will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the KP and Q.

As you have seen, both the cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The KP having a bigger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF simpler and the Pentax KP will deliver extra detail with its extra 12MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs much more aggressively. The younger KP will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.