Pentax Q7 vs Samsung NX200
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Pentax Q7 vs Samsung NX200 Key Specs
(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
- Revealed August 2013
- Previous Model is Pentax Q10
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 223g - 117 x 63 x 36mm
- Released February 2012
- Replaced the Samsung NX100
- Updated by Samsung NX210

Pentax Q7 vs Samsung NX200 Overview
Here, we are matching up the Pentax Q7 and Samsung NX200, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals Pentax and Samsung. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the Q7 (12MP) and NX200 (20MP) and the Q7 (1/1.7") and NX200 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor sizes.

The Q7 was introduced 18 months later than the NX200 making them a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the Q7 grades against the NX200 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Pentax Q7 vs Samsung NX200 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax Q7 and Samsung NX200. The whole galleries are provided at Pentax Q7 Gallery and Samsung NX200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax Q7 over the Samsung NX200
Q7 | NX200 | |||
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Released | August 2013 | ![]() | February 2012 | Fresher by 18 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX200 over the Pentax Q7
NX200 | Q7 | |||
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Display resolution | 614k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer display (+154k dot) |
Common features in the Pentax Q7 and Samsung NX200
Q7 | NX200 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Pentax Q7 vs Samsung NX200 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Pentax Q7 enjoys exterior measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs) and the Samsung NX200 has proportions of 117mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs).
Check out the Pentax Q7 and Samsung NX200 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the Q7 vs the NX200.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Q7 and NX200 is 92 and 90 respectively.

Pentax Q7 vs Samsung NX200 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizing simply by seeing a spec sheet. The visual below will give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Q7 and NX200.
As you can see, both of those cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Q7 having a smaller sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field tougher and the Samsung NX200 will show more detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos way more aggressively. The newer Q7 is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.

Pentax Q7 vs Samsung NX200 Screen and ViewFinder


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Pentax Q7 vs Samsung NX200 Specifications
Pentax Q7 | Samsung NX200 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Pentax | Samsung |
Model | Pentax Q7 | Samsung NX200 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2013-08-08 | 2012-02-28 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 41.5mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 5472 x 3648 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 15 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Pentax Q | Samsung NX |
Amount of lenses | 8 | 32 |
Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dot | 614 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor, wide angle viewing, AR coating | Active Matrix OLED screen |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (optional) | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.0fps | 7.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.90 m (ISO100/m) | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | P-TTL, Red-eye Reduction, Slow-speed Sync, Trailing Curtain Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/2000 secs | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | FullHD(1920x1080, 30fps/25fps/24fps), HD(1280x720,16:9,30fps/25fps/24fps), VGA(640x480,4:3,30fps/25fps/24fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 200 grams (0.44 pounds) | 223 grams (0.49 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 58 x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 117 x 63 x 36mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 69 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.6 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.6 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 618 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 shots | 330 shots |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | D-LI68 | BC1030 |
Self timer | Yes (12 sec, 2 sec) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD, SDHC, SDXC and Eye-Fi Card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $480 | $818 |