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Pentax Q7 vs Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5

Portability
92
Imaging
37
Features
54
Overall
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Pentax Q7 front
 
Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 front
Portability
69
Imaging
57
Features
45
Overall
52

Pentax Q7 vs Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 Key Specs

Pentax Q7
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 12800
  • Sensor based Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Pentax Q Mount
  • 200g - 102 x 58 x 34mm
  • Launched August 2013
  • Previous Model is Pentax Q10
Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 200 - 3200
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-85mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
  • 550g - 114 x 75 x 93mm
  • Launched February 2012
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Pentax Q7 vs Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 Overview

Following is a comprehensive analysis of the Pentax Q7 and Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Pentax and Ricoh. There is a large difference between the resolutions of the Q7 (12MP) and GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 (16MP) and the Q7 (1/1.7") and GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 (APS-C) enjoy different sensor size.

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The Q7 was launched 19 months after the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise summation of how the Q7 grades against the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Pentax Q7 over the Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5

 Q7 GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 
LaunchedAugust 2013February 2012More modern by 19 months

Reasons to pick Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 over the Pentax Q7

 GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 Q7 
Display resolution920k460kClearer display (+460k dot)

Common features in the Pentax Q7 and Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5

 Q7 GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 
Manual focus More precise focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display sizing3"3"Equivalent display size
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen
Touch display Neither has Touch display

Pentax Q7 vs Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 Physical Comparison

If you are planning to carry around your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Pentax Q7 has physical dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs) and the Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 has specifications of 114mm x 75mm x 93mm (4.5" x 3.0" x 3.7") along with a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs).

Look at the Pentax Q7 and Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have during that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the Q7 compared to the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5.

Pentax Q7 vs Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Q7 and GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 is 92 and 69 respectively.

Pentax Q7 vs Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 top view buttons comparison

Pentax Q7 vs Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it is difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes simply by going over technical specs. The image underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Q7 and GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5.

As you have seen, both cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Q7 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make getting bokeh tougher and the Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 will deliver extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more modern Q7 provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.

Pentax Q7 vs Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 sensor size comparison

Pentax Q7 vs Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 Screen and ViewFinder

Pentax Q7 vs Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Pentax Q7 Portrait photography advice
Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 Portrait photography advice
48
manual focus
high flash sync speed (1/2,000s)
has face detect focusing
exports RAW formats
megapixel count low (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/1.7")
74
has manual focus
decent megapixels (16MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
includes face detect focus
exports RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Pentax Q7
Street photography with Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5
69
image stabilization (Sensor based)
exports RAW formats
lighter than competition in class (200g)
screen is fixed
sensor size is very small (1/1.7")
55
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
exports RAW files
fixed screen
does not have image stabilization
heavier than competition in class (550g)
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Sports Comparison

Pentax Q7 Sports photography highlights
Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 Sports photography highlights
32
image stabilization (Sensor based)
has tracking focus
continuous shooting slow (5.0 fps)
megapixel count low (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/1.7")
low battery power (250 CIPA)
does not have phase detect AF
48
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
slow continuous shooting (3.0 frames per second)
does not have image stabilization
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Pentax Q7 Travel photography features
Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 Travel photography features
60
lighter than competition in class (200 grams)
has built in flash
low battery power (250 CIPA)
megapixel count low (12MP)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
59
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
really wide (24mm)
heavier than competition in class (550 grams)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Pentax Q7 Landscape photography details
Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 Landscape photography details
55
manual focus
switch lenses (Pentax Q mount)
screen size is good (3 inches)
image stabilization (Sensor based)
exports RAW formats
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/1.7")
low battery power (250 shots)
63
has manual focus
really wide (24mm)
decent sized screen (3 inch)
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
exports RAW files
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
does not have image stabilization
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Vlogging Comparison

Pentax Q7 as a Vlogging camera
Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 as a Vlogging camera
35
image stabilization (Sensor based)
has face detect focusing
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than competition in class (200 grams)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
lack of microphone port
24
really wide (24mm)
includes face detect focus
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of mic port
heavier than competition in class (550g)
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Pentax Q7 vs Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Pentax Q7 and Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5
 Pentax Q7Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5
General Information
Company Pentax Ricoh
Model Pentax Q7 Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5
Type Entry-Level Mirrorless Advanced Mirrorless
Launched 2013-08-08 2012-02-02
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor - Smooth Imaging Engine IV
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CMOS
Sensor size 1/1.7" APS-C
Sensor dimensions 7.44 x 5.58mm 23.6 x 15.7mm
Sensor area 41.5mm² 370.5mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 4000 x 3000 4928 x 3264
Max native ISO 12800 3200
Minimum native ISO 100 200
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount Pentax Q fixed lens
Lens focal range - 24-85mm (3.5x)
Max aperture - f/3.5-5.5
Available lenses 8 -
Focal length multiplier 4.8 1.5
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3" 3"
Resolution of screen 460k dot 920k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Screen technology TFT color LCD monitor, wide angle viewing, AR coating TFT color LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Optical (optional) Electronic (optional)
Features
Lowest shutter speed 30 seconds 180 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/3200 seconds
Continuous shooting speed 5.0 frames per sec 3.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 4.90 m (ISO100/m) -
Flash modes P-TTL, Red-eye Reduction, Slow-speed Sync, Trailing Curtain Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Manual
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Highest 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 FullHD(1920x1080, 30fps/25fps/24fps), HD(1280x720,16:9,30fps/25fps/24fps), VGA(640x480,4:3,30fps/25fps/24fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 200 gr (0.44 pounds) 550 gr (1.21 pounds)
Dimensions 102 x 58 x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") 114 x 75 x 93mm (4.5" x 3.0" x 3.7")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 250 photos 400 photos
Form of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model D-LI68 DB-90
Self timer Yes (12 sec, 2 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images) )
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD, SDHC, SDXC and Eye-Fi Card SD/SDHC, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Launch pricing $480 $871