Pentax Q vs Sigma fp L
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Pentax Q vs Sigma fp L Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax Q Mount
- 180g - 98 x 57 x 31mm
- Launched June 2011
- Refreshed by Pentax Q10
(Full Review)
- 61MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Increase to 102400)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 427g - 113 x 70 x 45mm
- Announced March 2021
- Replaced the Sigma fp

Pentax Q vs Sigma fp L Overview
Let's take a closer look at the Pentax Q versus Sigma fp L, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Pentax and Sigma. There exists a large gap among the resolutions of the Q (12MP) and fp L (61MP) and the Q (1/2.3") and fp L (Full frame) provide different sensor dimensions.

The Q was brought out 10 years prior to the fp L and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before going right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the Q scores vs the fp L with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Pentax Q vs Sigma fp L Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax Q & Sigma fp L. The entire galleries are viewable at Pentax Q Gallery & Sigma fp L Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax Q over the Sigma fp L
Q | fp L |
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Reasons to pick Sigma fp L over the Pentax Q
fp L | Q | |||
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Announced | March 2021 | ![]() | June 2011 | Fresher by 118 months |
Screen size | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Screen resolution | 2100k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper screen (+1640k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Pentax Q and Sigma fp L
Q | fp L | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen |
Pentax Q vs Sigma fp L Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Pentax Q provides outside measurements of 98mm x 57mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") and a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Sigma fp L has proportions of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") having a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs).
Look at the Pentax Q versus Sigma fp L in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the Q vs the fp L.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Q and fp L is 93 and 83 respectively.

Pentax Q vs Sigma fp L Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing only by viewing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Q and fp L.
Clearly, both cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Q because of its smaller sensor is going to make getting bokeh more difficult and the Sigma fp L will render more detail having its extra 49 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older Q will be behind with regard to sensor technology.

Pentax Q vs Sigma fp L Screen and ViewFinder


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Pentax Q vs Sigma fp L Specifications
Pentax Q | Sigma fp L | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Pentax | Sigma |
Model type | Pentax Q | Sigma fp L |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Launched | 2011-06-23 | 2021-03-25 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 36 x 24mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 864.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 61 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 9520 x 6328 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 102400 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | - | 6 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 25 | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Pentax Q | Leica L |
Available lenses | 8 | 40 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3.2" |
Resolution of display | 460k dot | 2,100k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 3,680k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.83x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.60 m | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Trailing-curtain sync | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/2000 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 100p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | Yes (USB Power Delivery supported) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 180 grams (0.40 lb) | 427 grams (0.94 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 57 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") | 113 x 70 x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 47 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 20.2 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.1 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 189 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 230 pictures | 240 pictures |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | D-LI68 | BP-51 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II supported) |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $695 | $2,499 |