Panasonic F5 vs Pentax Q7

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Panasonic F5 versus Pentax Q7, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the F5 (14MP) and the Q7 (12MP) is fairly well matched but the F5 (1/2.3") and Q7 (1/1.7") come with different sensor sizing.

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The F5 was manufactured 7 months prior to the Q7 so they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic F5 being a Compact camera and the Pentax Q7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving in to a detailed comparison, below is a brief summary of how the F5 grades against the Q7 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5 & Pentax Q7. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic F5 Gallery & Pentax Q7 Gallery.

If you are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic F5 comes with exterior dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Pentax Q7 has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic F5 versus Pentax Q7 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the F5 compared to the Q7.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the F5 and Q7 is 96 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements simply by checking a spec sheet. The photograph below should give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the F5 and Q7.

Clearly, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The F5 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make getting bokeh tougher and the Panasonic F5 will give you greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos far more aggressively. The older F5 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.