Pentax Q vs Sony HX100V

Here is a complete comparison of the Pentax Q vs Sony HX100V, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Pentax and Sony. There is a substantial difference between the resolutions of the Q (12MP) and HX100V (16MP) but they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a Landslide

The Q was revealed 4 months earlier than the HX100V and they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Pentax Q being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX100V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the Q scores versus the HX100V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax Q & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V. The full galleries are viewable at Pentax Q Gallery & Sony HX100V Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Pentax Q has outer 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 Sony HX100V has measurements of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") with a weight of 577 grams (1.27 lbs).

Compare the Pentax Q vs Sony HX100V in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the Q and the HX100V.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Q and HX100V is 93 and 66 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizing purely by reviewing technical specs. The graphic underneath might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Q and HX100V.

As you can tell, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You can count on the Sony HX100V to offer you more detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively.