We go hands on with the new Pentax Q and post full size sample photos, and size comparisons with a DSLR and Mirrorless camera.
| Pentax Q in Mirrorless Cameras
Pentax Q with 8.5mm Prime Lens
The Pentax Q is one of the more unique compact system cameras, featuring a 1/2.33 inch Backlit CMOS sensor. This sensor is the same size as found in everyday compact cameras, and as such, means the camera body and lenses are extremely compact.
DSLR (Four Thirds), Mirrorless (APS-C Sony NEX-C3), Pentax Q
As you can see in the above photo, the Pentax Q is clearly the smallest camera with an interchangeable lens, however it also has the smallest sensor with other cameras offering a much larger sensor. We will be posting more comparisons, sample photos, and videos over the next few days.
Pentax Q Infra-red filter
Pentax Q and Lens
Pentax Q Back
Pentax Q Pop-up Flash
Pentax Q Sensor
Pentax Q Memory Card Slot
Pentax Q Top
The Pentax Q is available exclusively from Jessops in the UK, for £599 with 8.5mm / 47mm equivalent lens.
Pentax Q White-balance test images
Pentax Q ISO test images
Pentax Q Specifications
| Manufacturer | Pentax | |
| Image Sensor | ||
| Pixels | 12.4Mp (Megapixels) | |
| Pixels (W) | 4000 | |
| Pixels (H) | 3000 | |
| Sensor Type | CMOS | |
| Sensor Size | 1/2.3 inch | |
| Sensor Size (width) | 6.16mm | |
| Sensor Size (height) | 4.62mm | |
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| LCD Monitor | ||
| LCD Monitor | 3in | |
| Screen resolution | 460k dots | |
| Touch Screen | No | |
| Focusing | ||
| Focusing modes |
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| Exposure Control | ||
| Shutter speeds shortest | 1/2000sec | |
| Shutter speeds longest | 30sec | |
| Bulb mode | No Data | |
| Exp modes |
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| Metering |
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| ISO sensitivity | 125 - 6400 | |
| White balance |
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| Exposure Comp | No Data | |
| Viewfinder | ||
| Viewfinder Resolution | No Data | |
| Magnification | No Data | |
| Shooting Options | ||
| Continuous shooting | 5fps | |
| Video | ||
| Movie mode | Yes | |
| Video Resolution |
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| Video FPS | 30 | |
| Stereo Sound | Yes | |
| Optical Zoom with Video | Yes | |
| Other Features | ||
| Image Stabilisation | Yes | |
| Interface | ||
| HDMI | Yes | |
| USB | USB 2 | |
| Wi-Fi | No Data | |
| Storage | ||
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| Power Source | ||
| Battery Type | Lithium Ion | |
| Battery Life (CIPA rating) | 230shots | |
| Box Contents | ||
| Box Contents | Pentax Q Camera, USB Cable I-USB7, Strap O-ST115, Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery D-LI68, Battery Charger D-BC68P, Software (CDROM) S-SW115 | |
| Dimensions | ||
| Weight | 180g | |
| Width | 98mm | |
| Height | 57.7mm | |
| Depth | 31mm | |
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Photographs taken using the Pentax Q
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