Pentax Q7 vs Samsung NX10

Below, we are comparing the Pentax Q7 vs Samsung NX10, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals Pentax and Samsung. The image resolution of the Q7 (12MP) and the NX10 (15MP) is fairly similar but the Q7 (1/1.7") and NX10 (APS-C) possess totally different sensor size.

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The Q7 was introduced 3 years after the NX10 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Pentax Q7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going in to a thorough comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the Q7 grades vs the NX10 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax Q7 and Samsung NX10. The whole galleries are available at Pentax Q7 Gallery and Samsung NX10 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Pentax Q7 offers outer dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs) and the Samsung NX10 has proportions of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") and a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax Q7 vs Samsung NX10 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the Q7 and the NX10.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Q7 and NX10 is 92 and 80 respectively.

Oftentimes, its difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reading technical specs. The image underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Q7 and NX10.

As you have seen, both cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Q7 having a tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh tougher and the Samsung NX10 will deliver more detail using its extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The fresher Q7 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.