Pentax Q7 vs Sony H20

In this article, we are matching up the Pentax Q7 versus Sony H20, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Pentax and Sony. The image resolution of the Q7 (12MP) and the H20 (10MP) is very comparable but the Q7 (1/1.7") and H20 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The Q7 was brought out 4 years later than the H20 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Pentax Q7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony H20 being a Compact camera.

Before diving in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise summation of how the Q7 scores vs the H20 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax Q7 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H20. The entire galleries are viewable at Pentax Q7 Gallery and Sony H20 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Pentax Q7 has physical dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs) whilst the Sony H20 has proportions of 107mm x 69mm x 47mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.9") along with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Analyze the Pentax Q7 versus Sony H20 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the Q7 vs the H20.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Q7 and H20 is 92 and 87 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to visualise the gap in sensor measurements simply by seeing specs. The photograph here may offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Q7 and H20.

All in all, both cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The Q7 because of its larger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field simpler and the Pentax Q7 will provide greater detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The newer Q7 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.