Pentax MX-1 vs Pentax Q

Lets look much closer at the Pentax MX-1 versus Pentax Q, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both offered by Pentax. The image resolution of the MX-1 (12MP) and the Q (12MP) is fairly close but the MX-1 (1/1.7") and Q (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor sizing.

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The MX-1 was manufactured 2 years after the Q which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Pentax MX-1 being a Compact camera and the Pentax Q being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting through a thorough comparison, below is a concise overview of how the MX-1 scores vs the Q in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax MX-1 & Pentax Q. The entire galleries are available at Pentax MX-1 Gallery & Pentax Q Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Pentax MX-1 enjoys outer measurements of 122mm x 61mm x 51mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 2.0") and a weight of 391 grams (0.86 lbs) whilst the Pentax Q has sizing of 98mm x 57mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") along with a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).

Compare the Pentax MX-1 versus Pentax Q in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the MX-1 against the Q.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the MX-1 and Q is 84 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions simply by viewing technical specs. The picture underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the MX-1 and Q.

As you have seen, both of those cameras have got the exact same megapixel count but different sensor dimensions. The MX-1 comes with the larger sensor which is going to make getting shallow depth of field less difficult. The more recent MX-1 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.