Pentax E70 vs Pentax Q

Let's look much closer at the Pentax E70 versus Pentax Q, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both offered by Pentax. The image resolution of the E70 (10MP) and the Q (12MP) is fairly similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The E70 was unveiled 3 years before the Q and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Pentax E70 being a Compact camera and the Pentax Q being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the E70 grades against the Q in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax Optio E70 and Pentax Q. The full galleries are provided at Pentax E70 Gallery and Pentax Q Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and size. The Pentax E70 features outside dimensions of 94mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.0") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Pentax Q has specifications of 98mm x 57mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") having a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).

Check the Pentax E70 versus Pentax Q in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose during that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the E70 versus the Q.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E70 and Q is 94 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, its hard to picture the difference between sensor sizing just by reviewing specifications. The visual below may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the E70 and Q.

Plainly, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Pentax Q to offer you extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The older E70 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.