Pentax Q7 vs Samsung NX3000

Its time to look closer at the Pentax Q7 vs Samsung NX3000, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by companies Pentax and Samsung. There is a crucial difference among the image resolutions of the Q7 (12MP) and NX3000 (20MP) and the Q7 (1/1.7") and NX3000 (APS-C) come with different sensor dimensions.

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The Q7 was launched 9 months prior to the NX3000 so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going straight into a in depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the Q7 grades against the NX3000 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax Q7 and Samsung NX3000. The complete galleries are viewable at Pentax Q7 Gallery and Samsung NX3000 Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Pentax Q7 comes with external measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX3000 has proportions of 117mm x 66mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") having a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

Compare the Pentax Q7 vs Samsung NX3000 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the Q7 and the NX3000.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the Q7 and NX3000 is 92 and 89 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions just by seeing specs. The pic below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Q7 and NX3000.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Q7 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make getting bokeh harder and the Samsung NX3000 will produce extra detail utilizing its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos far more aggressively. The more aged Q7 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.