The Pentax Q is a unique camera, and is therefore rather hard to summarise. In terms of sheer image quality it clearly can't compete with its larger-sensored CSC rivals, but such a comparison is rather unfair since it's not really intended as a competito...
The world's smallest interchangeable lens camera isn't the best of its kind, but with a recent much-needed price cut – it's one of the best value, for those who value less over more. Would we recommend this over a top quality D-SLR? No – and that's pro...
Due to its size and sensor format, the Pentax Q is fighting at a big disadvantage from the start when it comes to image quality. However, it presents itself so well and offers so many enthusiast-friendly features that it’s one underdog that’s really h...
Fixed focal length when shooting videos; Expensive
The Pentax Q is certainly the smallest camera in its class, and that has much to do with its appeal. Shrinking its size, though, has unfortunately inflated its price to a level at which more conventional interchangeable lens rivals become a more appeal...
Tiny body yet still sports a rugged-feel build; fun to use; fits conveniently in a pocket if the lens is removed; fast response times
Those with larger hands may find the Pentax Q’s rear controls small and fiddly; battery life could be boosted; audio on video clips is mono only
Being as quick in its responses as a mid-range DSLR, the Pentax Q is more than a curio and we hope, with perhaps larger sensors in subsequent models, it will be the diminutive shape of things to come for compact system cameras
Stylish retro design, very compact, good build quality, Nice design and handling, Articulated arm positions the flash well, Good picture quality considering its tech specs, RAW mode
Slow to start up (3.5 seconds!) and general responsiveness could be better, Limited battery life, Picture quality can't match other mirrorless compacts, Sound quality in videos isn't great
The incredibly slow 3.5-second start-up time usually automatically qualifies a camera for a two-star review. However, we're willing to make an exception in this case, as the Pentax Q is an interchangeable lens compact that's very nice to use and which ...
