Pentax Q vs Sony H55

Here, we are comparing the Pentax Q versus Sony H55, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Pentax and Sony. The image resolution of the Q (12MP) and the H55 (14MP) is very comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Q was launched 13 months later than the H55 making them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Pentax Q being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony H55 being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a full comparison, here is a simple view of how the Q grades against the H55 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax Q and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H55. The complete galleries are provided at Pentax Q Gallery and Sony H55 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and volume. The Pentax Q provides 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) and the Sony H55 has sizing of 103mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Analyze the Pentax Q versus Sony H55 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at that moment. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the Q compared to the H55.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Q and H55 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Quite often, it is very hard to picture the gap in sensor measurements merely by checking out technical specs. The graphic underneath may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Q and H55.

As you can tell, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should expect to see the Sony H55 to provide more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images way more aggressively. The fresher Q should have an edge in sensor technology.