Pentax Q7 vs Samsung NX300M

Let's take a more detailed look at the Pentax Q7 versus Samsung NX300M, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by brands Pentax and Samsung. There exists a noticeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the Q7 (12MP) and NX300M (20MP) and the Q7 (1/1.7") and NX300M (APS-C) come with totally different sensor sizes.

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The Q7 was manufactured 8 months later than the NX300M which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the Q7 matches up vs the NX300M with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax Q7 & Samsung NX300M. The entire galleries are provided at Pentax Q7 Gallery & Samsung NX300M Gallery.

In case you're intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Pentax Q7 offers outside dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs) and the Samsung NX300M has proportions of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs).

Analyze the Pentax Q7 versus Samsung NX300M in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the Q7 against the NX300M.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Q7 and NX300M is 92 and 86 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to visualise the difference in sensor measurements just by viewing specs. The visual below should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the Q7 and NX300M.

All in all, both of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The Q7 featuring a smaller sensor will make getting shallower depth of field harder and the Samsung NX300M will provide you with more detail due to its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics a little more aggressively. The newer Q7 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.