Panasonic S5 vs Pentax Q7

Its time to look a bit more closely at the Panasonic S5 versus Pentax Q7, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the S5 (24MP) and Q7 (12MP) and the S5 (Full frame) and Q7 (1/1.7") posses totally different sensor size.

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The S5 was manufactured 7 years later than the Q7 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic S5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax Q7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short introduction of how the S5 matches up against the Q7 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 and Pentax Q7. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic S5 Gallery and Pentax Q7 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic S5 features outer dimensions of 133mm x 97mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 714 grams (1.57 lbs) and the Pentax Q7 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic S5 versus Pentax Q7 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the S5 against the Q7.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S5 and Q7 is 60 and 92 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing simply by checking specifications. The graphic below will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the S5 and Q7.

Plainly, the two cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The S5 due to its bigger sensor will make getting bokeh less difficult and the Panasonic S5 will resolve greater detail due to its extra 12 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The fresher S5 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.