Pentax Q7 vs Sony TX30

Lets look closer at the Pentax Q7 vs Sony TX30, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Pentax and Sony. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the Q7 (12MP) and TX30 (18MP) and the Q7 (1/1.7") and TX30 (1/2.3") possess different sensor sizing.

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The Q7 was announced at a similar time to the TX30 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Pentax Q7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony TX30 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving in to a thorough comparison, below is a concise overview of how the Q7 grades vs the TX30 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax Q7 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30. The whole galleries are provided at Pentax Q7 Gallery and Sony TX30 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Pentax Q7 has exterior 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 TX30 has specifications of 96mm x 59mm x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") with a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).

Check the Pentax Q7 vs Sony TX30 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at the time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the Q7 vs the TX30.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Q7 and TX30 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements just by reviewing technical specs. The graphic here may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Q7 and TX30.

As you can tell, both cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Q7 using its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Sony TX30 will offer you greater detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos far more aggressively.