Clicky

Pentax Q vs Sony HX9V

Portability
93
Imaging
36
Features
47
Overall
40
Pentax Q front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V front
Portability
91
Imaging
39
Features
46
Overall
41

Pentax Q vs Sony HX9V Key Specs

Pentax Q
(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
  • Announced June 2011
  • Updated by Pentax Q10
Sony HX9V
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 245g - 105 x 59 x 34mm
  • Revealed July 2011
TikTok Developing Photo App to Challenge Instagram's Dominance

Pentax Q vs Sony HX9V Overview

Here, we are matching up the Pentax Q vs Sony HX9V, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Pentax and Sony. There is a large difference between the resolutions of the Q (12MP) and HX9V (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

Peek Behind the Lens of 'Photographer' and Their Go-To Cameras

The Q was introduced within a month of the HX9V which means that they are of a similar age. Both cameras feature different body design with the Pentax Q being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX9V being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the Q grades versus the HX9V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Ulanzi's Tripod Ensures Ultra Smooth Filming
	
	

Reasons to pick Pentax Q over the Sony HX9V

 Q HX9V 

Reasons to pick Sony HX9V over the Pentax Q

 HX9V Q 
Display resolution921k460kClearer display (+461k dot)

Common features in the Pentax Q and Sony HX9V

 Q HX9V 
RevealedJune 2011July 2011Similar age
Focus manually More exact focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display size3"3"Same display sizing
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen
Touch display Neither provides Touch display

Pentax Q vs Sony HX9V Physical Comparison

For those who are intending to travel with your camera, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Pentax Q provides outer dimensions of 98mm x 57mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") and a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Sony HX9V has dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Compare the Pentax Q vs Sony HX9V in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the Q against the HX9V.

Pentax Q vs Sony HX9V size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the Q and HX9V is 93 and 91 respectively.

Pentax Q vs Sony HX9V top view buttons comparison

Pentax Q vs Sony HX9V Sensor Comparison

Often, it's difficult to see the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reading through technical specs. The picture here might offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Q and HX9V.

As you have seen, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Sony HX9V to resolve extra detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively.

Pentax Q vs Sony HX9V sensor size comparison

Pentax Q vs Sony HX9V Screen and ViewFinder

Pentax Q vs Sony HX9V Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Fujifilm accuses Eastman Kodak of patent violation in new lawsuit

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Pentax Q Portrait photography details
Sony HX9V Portrait photography details
45
you can focus manually
above average flash sync speed (1/2,000 seconds)
supports RAW files
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
39
you can focus manually
MP count good (16 megapixels)
cannot use external flash
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
Google AI Gemini Could Enhance iPhone Experience, Talks Suggest

Street Comparison

Pentax Q as a Street photography camera
Sony HX9V as a Street photography camera
69
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
supports RAW files
lighter than average (180g)
no moving screen
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
61
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than average (245g)
fixed screen
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
AI-Powered Photo Editing Tools Could Be Added to WhatsApp

Sports Comparison

Pentax Q Sports photography factors
Sony HX9V Sports photography factors
32
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
includes tracking focus
continuous shooting slow (2.0 frames/s)
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
low battery pack (230 per charge)
no phase detect autofocus
44
great zoom range (24-384mm 16.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (16 megapixels)
lack of shutter priority mode
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
Nikon Coolpix camera search on Google skyrockets by 8,500%

Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Pentax Q
Travel photography with Sony HX9V
57
lighter than average (180 grams)
has built in flash
no Timelapse recording
low battery pack (230 per charge)
megapixel count low (12MP)
does not offer selfie friendly display
69
lighter than average (245 grams)
MP count good (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
decently wide (24mm)
very long zoom (384mm)
lack of Time Lapse mode
does not have selfie friendly display
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
Europe Approves Revolutionary AI Legislation

Landscape Comparison

Pentax Q Landscape photography information
Sony HX9V Landscape photography information
51
you can focus manually
switch lenses (Pentax Q mount)
nice screen size (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
supports RAW files
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
low battery pack (230 CIPA)
no Timelapse recording
49
you can focus manually
decently wide (24mm)
screen is a good size (3")
image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (16MP)
cannot change lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
lack of Time Lapse mode
Leica struggles with L-Mount camera sales, tougher than Q or M

Vlogging Comparison

Pentax Q Vlogging details
Sony HX9V Vlogging details
34
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than average (180g)
does not offer selfie friendly display
no microphone socket
33
decently wide (24mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
great video quality (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than average (245g)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
does not have selfie friendly display
lack of external mic port
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durability

Pentax Q vs Sony HX9V Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Pentax Q and Sony HX9V
 Pentax QSony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V
General Information
Make Pentax Sony
Model Pentax Q Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V
Class Entry-Level Mirrorless Small Sensor Superzoom
Announced 2011-06-23 2011-07-19
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by - BIONZ
Sensor type CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Max resolution 4000 x 3000 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 6400 3200
Min native ISO 125 100
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Number of focus points 25 9
Lens
Lens mount Pentax Q fixed lens
Lens focal range - 24-384mm (16.0x)
Maximum aperture - f/3.3-5.9
Number of lenses 8 -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3 inches 3 inches
Resolution of display 460k dot 921k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Display technology TFT Color LCD XtraFine LCD display with TruBlack technology
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/1600 seconds
Continuous shutter speed 2.0 frames per sec 10.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 5.60 m 4.00 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Trailing-curtain sync Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync
External flash
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Fastest flash sync 1/2000 seconds -
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) 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps)
Max video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, AVCHD
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None Eye-Fi Connected
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 180g (0.40 lbs) 245g (0.54 lbs)
Physical dimensions 98 x 57 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") 105 x 59 x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score 47 not tested
DXO Color Depth score 20.2 not tested
DXO Dynamic range score 11.1 not tested
DXO Low light score 189 not tested
Other
Battery life 230 shots -
Battery form Battery Pack -
Battery model D-LI68 NP-BG1
Self timer Yes (2 or 12 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2)
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo
Storage slots One One
Retail price $695 $328