Pentax Q7 vs Pentax XG-1

On this page, we are reviewing the Pentax Q7 and Pentax XG-1, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are built by Pentax. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the Q7 (12MP) and XG-1 (16MP) and the Q7 (1/1.7") and XG-1 (1/2.3") posses different sensor size.

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The Q7 was brought out 11 months prior to the XG-1 and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras have different body design with the Pentax Q7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax XG-1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short overview of how the Q7 scores against the XG-1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax Q7 and Pentax XG-1. The entire galleries are viewable at Pentax Q7 Gallery and Pentax XG-1 Gallery.

If you are aiming to lug around your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Pentax Q7 features physical dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs) while the Pentax XG-1 has measurements of 119mm x 89mm x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") along with a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs).

Compare the Pentax Q7 and Pentax XG-1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the Q7 compared to the XG-1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Q7 and XG-1 is 92 and 66 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to picture the difference between sensor measurements only by reviewing technical specs. The graphic underneath may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Q7 and XG-1.

As you can tell, the two cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The Q7 because of its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Pentax XG-1 will offer extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics more aggressively. The older Q7 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.