Pentax has launched a new mirrorless interchangeable lens camera, the Pentax Q, which the company claims is the world’s smallest and lightest interchangeable lens camera.
The Pentax Q measures 57.5mm tall by 98mm wide by 31mm deep and it weighs in at just 180g for the body only. It features a 12.4 megapixel, 1/2.3 inch CMOS image sensor and it is capable of recording High Definition video in 1080p at 30 frames per second.
Other features on the Pentax Q include a 3 inch LCD display, and it has an ISO range of 125 to 6400. There are also a range of different shooting modes with a wide range of effects including HDR. The camera’s compact size and lightweight design make it an ideal choice for photographers who need a portable yet powerful camera for travel, street photography, or everyday use.
Advanced Features and Customization
The Pentax Q is not just about size; it also offers a variety of advanced features that cater to both amateur and professional photographers. The camera includes a built-in pop-up flash, which is a rare feature for cameras of this size. Additionally, the Pentax Q supports RAW image capture, allowing photographers to have greater control over their post-processing work.
The camera’s menu system is user-friendly, offering a range of customization options. Users can adjust settings such as white balance, exposure compensation, and focus modes. The Pentax Q also includes several scene modes like Portrait, Landscape, and Night Scene, making it easier for beginners to capture high-quality images in various conditions.
Lens Options and Versatility
Pentax has also launched five lenses for the Pentax Q, which include a standard prime 8.5mm f/1.9 AL lens, a standard zoom 5-15mm f/2.8-4.5 lens, a fish eye 3.2mm f/5.6 lens, a toy lens wide 6.3mm f/7.1, and a toy lens telephoto 18mm f/8 lens. These lenses offer a wide range of creative possibilities, from capturing expansive landscapes to detailed close-ups.
The standard prime 8.5mm f/1.9 AL lens is perfect for low-light conditions and portrait photography, thanks to its wide aperture. The standard zoom 5-15mm f/2.8-4.5 lens provides versatility for various shooting scenarios, from wide-angle shots to moderate telephoto. The fish eye 3.2mm f/5.6 lens offers a unique perspective, ideal for creative and artistic photography.
The toy lenses, including the wide 6.3mm f/7.1 and telephoto 18mm f/8, add a fun and playful element to photography. These lenses are designed to mimic the look of vintage toy cameras, producing images with unique color shifts and vignetting effects.
The Pentax Q will go on sale sometime in September. Unfortunately, we don’t have any pricing as yet on the camera or any of the individual lenses that will be available for it. However, given its feature set and the range of lenses, it is expected to be competitively priced.
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