Pentax Q7 vs Sony NEX-5

Lets examine more in depth at the Pentax Q7 vs Sony NEX-5, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by brands Pentax and Sony. The resolution of the Q7 (12MP) and the NEX-5 (14MP) is very close but the Q7 (1/1.7") and NEX-5 (APS-C) come with totally different sensor sizing.

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The Q7 was announced 3 years later than the NEX-5 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short summary of how the Q7 scores vs the NEX-5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax Q7 & Sony Alpha NEX-5. The whole galleries are provided at Pentax Q7 Gallery & Sony NEX-5 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Pentax Q7 comes with outside 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 Sony NEX-5 has proportions of 111mm x 59mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") with a weight of 287 grams (0.63 lbs).

Compare the Pentax Q7 vs Sony NEX-5 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the Q7 versus the NEX-5.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the Q7 and NEX-5 is 92 and 89 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing just by looking through specifications. The visual underneath might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Q7 and NEX-5.

Plainly, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Q7 having a smaller sensor will make achieving shallow DOF more difficult and the Sony NEX-5 will render extra detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics far more aggressively. The more modern Q7 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.