Pentax Q7 vs Sigma DP1s

Let's take a closer look at the Pentax Q7 versus Sigma DP1s, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Pentax and Sigma. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the Q7 (12MP) and DP1s (5MP) and the Q7 (1/1.7") and DP1s (APS-C) come with totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Q7 was introduced 3 years later than the DP1s and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Pentax Q7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma DP1s being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick summary of how the Q7 matches up against the DP1s with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax Q7 and Sigma DP1s. The whole galleries are viewable at Pentax Q7 Gallery and Sigma DP1s Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Pentax Q7 comes with exterior 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 Sigma DP1s has sizing of 109mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs).

Look at the Pentax Q7 versus Sigma DP1s in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the Q7 vs the DP1s.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Q7 and DP1s is 92 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to envision the gap between sensor measurements merely by reading specifications. The graphic underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Q7 and DP1s.

Plainly, both of those cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Q7 using its tinier sensor will make getting bokeh trickier and the Pentax Q7 will deliver extra detail using its extra 7 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively. The fresher Q7 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.