Originally posted by SteveNunez Hey guys, I've just about given up on the original Q as I just don't like the image quality- is the new sensor in the Q7/S1 much improved over the original Q?
I've read the occasional comment where people state the newer sensor is improved but is the improvement that much better?
I know this is a subjective question and I've seen a few "comparison" photos but they weren't as telling as I'd like.
I primarily shoot portraits (occasional wildlife) and I've never been happy with the images the original Q captures.
I've gone ahead and ordered a new Q7 and a bunch of Pentax Q lenses and am hoping I'll be impressed by the new sensor- just hope I don't get disappointed....and end up dumping everything on eBay at a loss.
Anyone own both for long enough time to really gauge the differences.......any comments?
(Main gripes are color tonalities and dynamic range- & sharpness!)
(I'm a pixel peeping Sony A7 full frame shooter and am a bit spoiled by the superb IQ of the A7 and adapted lenses.)
Thanks guys~~
Cheers and Happy New Years!!!!!
(I ordered both an all black Q7 and a silver/black Q7- which do you guys like better- I'm torn between them!)
At the end of the day the image quality of the Q7 is in the same class as that of the Q, though it's without a doubt a step up thanks to the larger sensor.
What really makes the Q7 a better camera in my eyes is the improved user interface. Not only does the camera feel more responsive, but you get faster AF, an electronic level, and more options in the control panel. Those features make everyday shooting easier, and that's what it should all be about in a camera this small.
Adam
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