Pentax Q vs Sony A6100

Here is a complete overview of the Pentax Q vs Sony A6100, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Pentax and Sony. There is a sizable difference between the resolutions of the Q (12MP) and A6100 (24MP) and the Q (1/2.3") and A6100 (APS-C) offer different sensor sizing.

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The Q was brought out 9 years before the A6100 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the Q matches up against the A6100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax Q & Sony Alpha a6100. The entire galleries are available at Pentax Q Gallery & Sony A6100 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera often, you should 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") having a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Sony A6100 has specifications of 120mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") along with a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the Q compared to the A6100.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Q and A6100 is 93 and 81 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing simply by going over technical specs. The visual here should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the Q and A6100.

As you can tell, both of these cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Q because of its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Sony A6100 will offer you greater detail having its extra 12MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older Q is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.