Pentax Q7 vs Sigma SD9

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Pentax Q7 vs Sigma SD9, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced DSLR by brands Pentax and Sigma. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the Q7 (12MP) and SD9 (3MP) and the Q7 (1/1.7") and SD9 (APS-C) enjoy different sensor measurements.

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The Q7 was released 10 years later than the SD9 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Pentax Q7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma SD9 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving through a thorough comparison, below is a quick view of how the Q7 matches up against the SD9 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax Q7 and Sigma SD9. The complete galleries are viewable at Pentax Q7 Gallery and Sigma SD9 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Pentax Q7 has exterior dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs) whilst the Sigma SD9 has proportions of 152mm x 120mm x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") and a weight of 950 grams (2.09 lbs).

Contrast the Pentax Q7 vs Sigma SD9 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the Q7 against the SD9.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Q7 and SD9 is 92 and 54 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing just by reading through a spec sheet. The graphic here may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Q7 and SD9.

As you can see, the two cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Q7 due to its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field trickier and the Pentax Q7 will give you more detail as a result of its extra 9MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos a little more aggressively. The younger Q7 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.