Pentax Q7 vs Sony TX9

Below is a thorough analysis of the Pentax Q7 versus Sony TX9, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Pentax and Sony. The image resolution of the Q7 (12MP) and the TX9 (12MP) is fairly well matched but the Q7 (1/1.7") and TX9 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor size.

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The Q7 was introduced 3 years later than the TX9 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Pentax Q7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony TX9 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the Q7 matches up versus the TX9 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax Q7 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9. The whole galleries are provided at Pentax Q7 Gallery and Sony TX9 Gallery.

If you're going to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Pentax Q7 offers external measurements 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 TX9 has proportions of 98mm x 60mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") and a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax Q7 versus Sony TX9 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at the time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the Q7 and the TX9.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Q7 and TX9 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to envision the difference between sensor measurements only by reading through a spec sheet. The visual underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Q7 and TX9.

As you can see, the 2 cameras have the same MP but not the same sensor measurements. The Q7 includes the larger sensor which should make getting shallower DOF easier. The newer Q7 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.