Pentax Q7 vs Sony HX5

Below, we will be matching up the Pentax Q7 versus Sony HX5, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Pentax and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Q7 (12MP) and the HX5 (10MP) is relatively similar but the Q7 (1/1.7") and HX5 (1/2.4") enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

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The Q7 was launched 3 years after the HX5 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Pentax Q7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX5 being a Compact camera.

Before diving in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the Q7 scores vs the HX5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax Q7 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5. The complete galleries are provided at Pentax Q7 Gallery and Sony HX5 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and size. The Pentax Q7 has got external 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) and the Sony HX5 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Check the Pentax Q7 versus Sony HX5 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the Q7 against the HX5.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Q7 and HX5 is 92 and 92 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizes purely by going over technical specs. The pic underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Q7 and HX5.

As you can tell, each of the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Q7 due to its bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh easier and the Pentax Q7 will offer you extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The younger Q7 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.