Pentax Q vs Pentax ist DL2
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Pentax Q vs Pentax ist DL2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax Q Mount
- 180g - 98 x 57 x 31mm
- Introduced June 2011
- Refreshed by Pentax Q10
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 3200
- Pentax KAF Mount
- 565g - 125 x 93 x 66mm
- Revealed January 2006
Pentax Q vs Pentax ist DL2 Overview
Following is a comprehensive review of the Pentax Q vs Pentax ist DL2, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced DSLR and both are created by Pentax. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the Q (12MP) and ist DL2 (6MP) and the Q (1/2.3") and ist DL2 (APS-C) posses different sensor sizing.
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durabilityThe Q was released 5 years after the ist DL2 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Pentax Q being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax ist DL2 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before getting straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the Q matches up versus the ist DL2 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Pentax Q vs Pentax ist DL2 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax Q and Pentax ist DL2. The complete galleries are available at Pentax Q Gallery and Pentax ist DL2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax Q over the Pentax ist DL2
Q | ist DL2 | |||
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Revealed | June 2011 | January 2006 | More modern by 66 months | |
Display size | 3" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 210k | Crisper display (+250k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax ist DL2 over the Pentax Q
ist DL2 | Q |
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Common features in the Pentax Q and Pentax ist DL2
Q | ist DL2 | |||
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Manual focus | More exact focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither comes with Touch friendly display |
Pentax Q vs Pentax ist DL2 Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry around your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Pentax Q comes with outside dimensions of 98mm x 57mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") with a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Pentax ist DL2 has measurements of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") with a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs).
Compare the Pentax Q vs Pentax ist DL2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the Q and the ist DL2.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the Q and ist DL2 is 93 and 69 respectively.
Pentax Q vs Pentax ist DL2 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes just by going through specs. The picture here should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Q and ist DL2.
All in all, both of those cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Q because of its smaller sensor is going to make achieving bokeh more difficult and the Pentax Q will provide greater detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The newer Q provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.
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Pentax Q vs Pentax ist DL2 Specifications
Pentax Q | Pentax ist DL2 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Pentax | Pentax |
Model | Pentax Q | Pentax ist DL2 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced DSLR |
Introduced | 2011-06-23 | 2006-01-27 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 6 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3008 x 2008 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 200 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 25 | 5 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Pentax Q | Pentax KAF |
Amount of lenses | 8 | 151 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 2.5 inches |
Resolution of screen | 460k dots | 210k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Optical |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.60 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Trailing-curtain sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/2000 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | - |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | - |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | No |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 180 grams (0.40 lb) | 565 grams (1.25 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 57 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") | 125 x 93 x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 47 | 65 |
DXO Color Depth score | 20.2 | 22.9 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.1 | 11.1 |
DXO Low light score | 189 | 639 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 230 shots | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | D-LI68 | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC card |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $695 | - |