Panasonic S1 vs Pentax Q

Below is a complete analysis of the Panasonic S1 and Pentax Q, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Panasonic and Pentax. There is a crucial difference between the resolutions of the S1 (24MP) and Q (12MP) and the S1 (Full frame) and Q (1/2.3") use different sensor sizing.

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The S1 was manufactured 7 years later than the Q and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic S1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax Q being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the S1 grades versus the Q in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 and Pentax Q. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic S1 Gallery and Pentax Q Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic S1 features outside measurements of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") accompanied by a weight of 1021 grams (2.25 lbs) while the Pentax Q has measurements of 98mm x 57mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") with a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic S1 and Pentax Q in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the S1 vs the Q.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the S1 and Q is 54 and 93 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to imagine the gap between sensor measurements merely by reviewing specifications. The visual underneath might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the S1 and Q.

Plainly, each of these cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The S1 because of its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Panasonic S1 will offer greater detail due to its extra 12MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots much more aggressively. The newer S1 should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.