Pentax Q7 vs Sony WX300
92 Imaging
37 Features
54 Overall
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94 Imaging
42 Features
38 Overall
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Pentax Q7 vs Sony WX300 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax Q Mount
- 200g - 102 x 58 x 34mm
- Released August 2013
- Earlier Model is Pentax Q10
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 166g - 96 x 55 x 25mm
- Launched February 2013
- Refreshed by Sony WX350
Pentax Q7 vs Sony WX300 Overview
Following is a complete comparison of the Pentax Q7 vs Sony WX300, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Pentax and Sony. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the Q7 (12MP) and WX300 (18MP) and the Q7 (1/1.7") and WX300 (1/2.3") boast different sensor dimensions.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe Q7 was manufactured 6 months after the WX300 and they are of a similar age. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Pentax Q7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony WX300 being a Compact camera.
Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a short view of how the Q7 scores against the WX300 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Pentax Q7 vs Sony WX300 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax Q7 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300. The entire galleries are available at Pentax Q7 Gallery & Sony WX300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax Q7 over the Sony WX300
Q7 | WX300 | |||
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Focus manually | More precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Sony WX300 over the Pentax Q7
WX300 | Q7 |
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Common features in the Pentax Q7 and Sony WX300
Q7 | WX300 | |||
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Launched | August 2013 | February 2013 | Similar age | |
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display sizing | |
Display resolution | 460k | 460k | Same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither features Touch display |
Pentax Q7 vs Sony WX300 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Pentax Q7 enjoys external measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs) while the Sony WX300 has proportions of 96mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 166 grams (0.37 lbs).
Compare the Pentax Q7 vs Sony WX300 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the Q7 versus the WX300.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the Q7 and WX300 is 92 and 94 respectively.
Pentax Q7 vs Sony WX300 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizes just by reading specifications. The image below should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Q7 and WX300.
Plainly, the 2 cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Q7 because of its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Sony WX300 will offer extra detail due to its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively.
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Pentax Q7 vs Sony WX300 Specifications
Pentax Q7 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Pentax | Sony |
Model type | Pentax Q7 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2013-08-08 | 2013-02-20 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 41.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 18 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4896 x 3672 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Pentax Q | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 25-500mm (20.0x) |
Max aperture | - | f/3.5-6.5 |
Available lenses | 8 | - |
Crop factor | 4.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 460k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor, wide angle viewing, AR coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 5.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.90 m (ISO100/m) | 4.30 m |
Flash settings | P-TTL, Red-eye Reduction, Slow-speed Sync, Trailing Curtain Sync | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/2000 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | FullHD(1920x1080, 30fps/25fps/24fps), HD(1280x720,16:9,30fps/25fps/24fps), VGA(640x480,4:3,30fps/25fps/24fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | AVCHD |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 200 grams (0.44 pounds) | 166 grams (0.37 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 58 x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 96 x 55 x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 photographs | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | D-LI68 | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (12 sec, 2 sec) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD, SDHC, SDXC and Eye-Fi Card | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $480 | $330 |