Pentax P70 vs Pentax Q

The following is a comprehensive analysis of the Pentax P70 vs Pentax Q, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are designed by Pentax. The resolution of the P70 (12MP) and the Q (12MP) is fairly comparable and they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The P70 was released 3 years before the Q which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Pentax P70 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax Q being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short overview of how the P70 matches up versus the Q with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax Optio P70 and Pentax Q. The complete galleries are available at Pentax P70 Gallery and Pentax Q Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera often, you have to factor its weight and size. The Pentax P70 comes with physical measurements of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 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).

Look at the Pentax P70 vs Pentax Q in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the P70 vs the Q.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the P70 and Q is 95 and 93 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by checking out technical specs. The pic here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the P70 and Q.

As you can tell, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact resolution so you should expect comparable quality of pictures though you would want to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged P70 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.