Pentax Q vs Sony QX30

In this article, we will be contrasting the Pentax Q versus Sony QX30, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Lens-style by brands Pentax and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap among the image resolutions of the Q (12MP) and QX30 (20MP) but they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Q was introduced 4 years prior to the QX30 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Pentax Q being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony QX30 being a Lens-style camera.

Before getting through a thorough comparison, below is a quick overview of how the Q grades versus the QX30 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax Q & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX30. The whole galleries are available at Pentax Q Gallery & Sony QX30 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Pentax Q has got exterior 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 QX30 has measurements of 68mm x 65mm x 58mm (2.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select during that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the Q vs the QX30.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Q and QX30 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to see the gap in sensor measurements only by seeing specifications. The photograph here will provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Q and QX30.

Plainly, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Sony QX30 to provide more detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The older Q will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.