Pentax Q7 vs Sony A9

On this page, we will be comparing the Pentax Q7 versus Sony A9, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors Pentax and Sony. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the Q7 (12MP) and A9 (24MP) and the Q7 (1/1.7") and A9 (Full frame) boast totally different sensor measurements.

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The Q7 was revealed 4 years earlier than the A9 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Pentax Q7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A9 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple view of how the Q7 matches up vs the A9 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax Q7 and Sony Alpha A9. The full galleries are viewable at Pentax Q7 Gallery and Sony A9 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Pentax Q7 offers exterior dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs) and the Sony A9 has sizing of 127mm x 96mm x 63mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.5") accompanied by a weight of 673 grams (1.48 lbs).

Contrast the Pentax Q7 versus Sony A9 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the Q7 versus the A9.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the Q7 and A9 is 92 and 65 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizes simply by looking through specs. The picture here will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Q7 and A9.

All in all, both of the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Q7 having a smaller sensor will make getting shallower depth of field tougher and the Sony A9 will render more detail because of its extra 12MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The more aged Q7 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.