Pentax Q7 vs Sigma DP2x

Following is a thorough assessment of the Pentax Q7 versus Sigma DP2x, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Pentax and Sigma. There exists a substantial gap between the resolutions of the Q7 (12MP) and DP2x (5MP) and the Q7 (1/1.7") and DP2x (APS-C) feature totally different sensor size.

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The Q7 was announced 2 years after the DP2x which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Pentax Q7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting in to a in-depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the Q7 matches up vs the DP2x in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax Q7 & Sigma DP2x. The whole galleries are available at Pentax Q7 Gallery & Sigma DP2x Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Pentax Q7 comes with external measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP2x has dimensions of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") having a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the Q7 vs the DP2x.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Q7 and DP2x is 92 and 86 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to see the contrast between sensor sizes simply by checking specs. The image below will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Q7 and DP2x.

All in all, the 2 cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Q7 with its tinier sensor will make getting bokeh more difficult and the Pentax Q7 will give you extra detail with its extra 7 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The newer Q7 is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.