Pentax Q vs Samsung NX1100

Below is a extensive comparison of the Pentax Q versus Samsung NX1100, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by brands Pentax and Samsung. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the Q (12MP) and NX1100 (20MP) and the Q (1/2.3") and NX1100 (APS-C) have different sensor size.

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The Q was unveiled 21 months before the NX1100 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go into a full comparison, here is a brief overview of how the Q grades against the NX1100 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax Q and Samsung NX1100. The full galleries are viewable at Pentax Q Gallery and Samsung NX1100 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Pentax Q has got outer dimensions of 98mm x 57mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Samsung NX1100 has specifications of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Look at the Pentax Q versus Samsung NX1100 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the Q and the NX1100.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Q and NX1100 is 93 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to picture the contrast in sensor measurements simply by going through a spec sheet. The graphic here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Q and NX1100.

Clearly, each of these cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The Q having a smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF trickier and the Samsung NX1100 will provide extra detail having an extra 8MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older Q will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.