Pentax Q vs Sony NEX-F3

Let's examine more in depth at the Pentax Q versus Sony NEX-F3, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by brands Pentax and Sony. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the Q (12MP) and NEX-F3 (16MP) and the Q (1/2.3") and NEX-F3 (APS-C) possess totally different sensor measurements.

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The Q was released 14 months earlier than the NEX-F3 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting in to a full comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the Q matches up vs the NEX-F3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax Q & Sony Alpha NEX-F3. The complete galleries are provided at Pentax Q Gallery & Sony NEX-F3 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Pentax Q has physical 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) while the Sony NEX-F3 has dimensions of 117mm x 67mm x 42mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.7") along with a weight of 314 grams (0.69 lbs).

Look at the Pentax Q versus Sony NEX-F3 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the Q compared to the NEX-F3.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Q and NEX-F3 is 93 and 86 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to see the difference in sensor measurements simply by going through a spec sheet. The graphic below will give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Q and NEX-F3.

As you can see, the two cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The Q because of its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow DOF tougher and the Sony NEX-F3 will provide extra detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images a little more aggressively. The older Q will be behind with regard to sensor tech.