Panasonic LX100 II vs Pentax Q-S1

On this page, we will be looking at the Panasonic LX100 II versus Pentax Q-S1, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the LX100 II (17MP) and Q-S1 (12MP) and the LX100 II (Four Thirds) and Q-S1 (1/1.7") posses totally different sensor size.

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The LX100 II was launched 4 years later than the Q-S1 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic LX100 II being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Pentax Q-S1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the LX100 II scores against the Q-S1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 II & Pentax Q-S1. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic LX100 II Gallery & Pentax Q-S1 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic LX100 II has external dimensions of 115mm x 66mm x 64mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 2.5") along with a weight of 392 grams (0.86 lbs) whilst the Pentax Q-S1 has proportions of 105mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 203 grams (0.45 lbs).

See the Panasonic LX100 II versus Pentax Q-S1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the LX100 II versus the Q-S1.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the LX100 II and Q-S1 is 81 and 92 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing just by reading through specifications. The photograph below should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the LX100 II and Q-S1.

Plainly, both of those cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The LX100 II because of its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF less difficult and the Panasonic LX100 II will resolve extra detail utilizing its extra 5MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures more aggressively. The more recent LX100 II is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.