Pentax Q vs Sony RX100 II
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Pentax Q vs Sony RX100 II Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax Q Mount
- 180g - 98 x 57 x 31mm
- Revealed June 2011
- Successor is Pentax Q10
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 160 - 12800 (Increase to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-100mm (F1.8-4.9) lens
- 281g - 102 x 58 x 38mm
- Launched June 2013
- Replaced the Sony RX100
- Refreshed by Sony RX100 III
Pentax Q vs Sony RX100 II Overview
Below is a in depth comparison of the Pentax Q vs Sony RX100 II, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Pentax and Sony. There exists a substantial gap between the sensor resolutions of the Q (12MP) and RX100 II (20MP) and the Q (1/2.3") and RX100 II (1") enjoy totally different sensor size.
Peek Behind the Lens of 'Photographer' and Their Go-To CamerasThe Q was brought out 24 months prior to the RX100 II which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Pentax Q being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony RX100 II being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before getting straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief summary of how the Q matches up vs the RX100 II in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Pentax Q vs Sony RX100 II Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax Q & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II. The entire galleries are viewable at Pentax Q Gallery & Sony RX100 II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax Q over the Sony RX100 II
Q | RX100 II |
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Reasons to pick Sony RX100 II over the Pentax Q
RX100 II | Q | |||
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Launched | June 2013 | June 2011 | More recent by 24 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen resolution | 1229k | 460k | Crisper screen (+769k dot) |
Common features in the Pentax Q and Sony RX100 II
Q | RX100 II | |||
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Manual focus | More accurate focusing | |||
Screen dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical screen size | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither comes with Touch friendly screen |
Pentax Q vs Sony RX100 II Physical Comparison
In case you're going to lug around your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Pentax Q comes with outer measurements of 98mm x 57mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Sony RX100 II has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 38mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 281 grams (0.62 lbs).
Examine the Pentax Q vs Sony RX100 II in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the Q and the RX100 II.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Q and RX100 II is 93 and 89 respectively.
Pentax Q vs Sony RX100 II Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very difficult to envision the gap between sensor measurements only by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph below should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Q and RX100 II.
Clearly, both of those cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Q featuring a tinier sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field harder and the Sony RX100 II will offer greater detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots much more aggressively. The older Q is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
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Pentax Q vs Sony RX100 II Specifications
Pentax Q | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Pentax | Sony |
Model type | Pentax Q | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2011-06-23 | 2013-06-27 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 5472 x 3648 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 160 |
RAW support | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 25 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Pentax Q | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 28-100mm (3.6x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/1.8-4.9 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 5cm |
Total lenses | 8 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 460k dots | 1,229k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | TFT Color LCD | Xtra Fine WhiteMagic TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.60 m | 15.00 m (ISO Auto (W)) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Trailing-curtain sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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 (60 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 180 grams (0.40 lb) | 281 grams (0.62 lb) |
Dimensions | 98 x 57 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") | 102 x 58 x 38mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 47 | 67 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 20.2 | 22.5 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.1 | 12.4 |
DXO Low light rating | 189 | 483 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 230 images | 350 images |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | D-LI68 | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (10 sec. / 2 sec. / Self-portrait One-person/ Self-portrait Two-person/ Self timer Continuous (3 or 5 shots)) |
Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | |
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $695 | $598 |