Pentax Q7 vs Sony WX220

Following is a complete assessment of the Pentax Q7 and Sony WX220, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Pentax and Sony. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the Q7 (12MP) and WX220 (18MP) and the Q7 (1/1.7") and WX220 (1/2.3") posses different sensor sizing.

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The Q7 was launched 6 months prior to the WX220 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras have different body design with the Pentax Q7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony WX220 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a short view of how the Q7 matches up vs the WX220 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax Q7 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX220. The complete galleries are viewable at Pentax Q7 Gallery and Sony WX220 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Pentax Q7 features physical measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs) whilst the Sony WX220 has proportions of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Check the Pentax Q7 and Sony WX220 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the Q7 compared to the WX220.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the Q7 and WX220 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes only by reviewing specifications. The pic below will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Q7 and WX220.

To sum up, both the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Q7 because of its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field simpler and the Sony WX220 will offer greater detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots more aggressively.