Pentax Q vs Sony TF1

Here is a complete review of the Pentax Q and Sony TF1, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Waterproof by companies Pentax and Sony. There is a sizable difference between the sensor resolutions of the Q (12MP) and TF1 (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Q was introduced 24 months prior to the TF1 making them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras feature different body design with the Pentax Q being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony TF1 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the Q grades against the TF1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax Q & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The whole galleries are provided at Pentax Q Gallery & Sony TF1 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Pentax Q has got exterior measurements of 98mm x 57mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") along with a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Sony TF1 has dimensions of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the Q against the TF1.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the Q and TF1 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizing purely by reading through a spec sheet. The visual here will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Q and TF1.

As you can see, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Sony TF1 to give you greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older Q is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.