Pentax Q7 vs Sony A380
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Pentax Q7 vs Sony A380 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax Q Mount
- 200g - 102 x 58 x 34mm
- Launched August 2013
- Previous Model is Pentax Q10
(Full Review)
Pentax Q7 vs Sony A380 Overview
Let's look more in depth at the Pentax Q7 versus Sony A380, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Pentax and Sony. The resolution of the Q7 (12MP) and the A380 (14MP) is fairly comparable but the Q7 (1/1.7") and A380 (APS-C) posses different sensor sizing.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe Q7 was released 4 years later than the A380 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Pentax Q7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A380 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the Q7 scores against the A380 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Pentax Q7 vs Sony A380 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax Q7 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A380. The complete galleries are viewable at Pentax Q7 Gallery and Sony A380 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax Q7 over the Sony A380
Q7 | A380 | |||
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Announced | August 2013 | August 2009 | Fresher by 49 months | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony A380 over the Pentax Q7
A380 | Q7 | |||
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Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display |
Common features in the Pentax Q7 and Sony A380
Q7 | A380 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Pentax Q7 vs Sony A380 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The Pentax Q7 has 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) and the Sony A380 has specifications of 128mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") and a weight of 519 grams (1.14 lbs).
Check the Pentax Q7 versus Sony A380 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at that moment. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the Q7 and the A380.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Q7 and A380 is 92 and 68 respectively.
Pentax Q7 vs Sony A380 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing simply by going through a spec sheet. The photograph here will help give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Q7 and A380.
Clearly, the 2 cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Q7 due to its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF trickier and the Sony A380 will show greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The younger Q7 should have a benefit in sensor technology.
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Pentax Q7 vs Sony A380 Specifications
Pentax Q7 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A380 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Pentax | Sony |
Model | Pentax Q7 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A380 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level DSLR |
Launched | 2013-08-08 | 2009-08-24 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
Sensor area | 41.5mm² | 372.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4592 x 3056 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Pentax Q | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Total lenses | 8 | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD monitor, wide angle viewing, AR coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (optional) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.49x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 5.0 frames per second | 3.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.90 m (ISO100/m) | 10.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | P-TTL, Red-eye Reduction, Slow-speed Sync, Trailing Curtain Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/2000 seconds | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | FullHD(1920x1080, 30fps/25fps/24fps), HD(1280x720,16:9,30fps/25fps/24fps), VGA(640x480,4:3,30fps/25fps/24fps) | - |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 200 grams (0.44 lb) | 519 grams (1.14 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 58 x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 128 x 97 x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 67 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.6 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.8 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 614 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 photos | 500 photos |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | D-LI68 | NP-FH50 |
Self timer | Yes (12 sec, 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD, SDHC, SDXC and Eye-Fi Card | SD/ SDHC, Memory Stick Pro Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $480 | $899 |