Panasonic FH2 vs Pentax Q-S1

Below, we are reviewing the Panasonic FH2 and Pentax Q-S1, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the FH2 (14MP) and the Q-S1 (12MP) is very comparable but the FH2 (1/2.3") and Q-S1 (1/1.7") use totally different sensor sizes.

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The FH2 was released 4 years earlier than the Q-S1 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FH2 being a Compact camera and the Pentax Q-S1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a simple overview of how the FH2 grades versus the Q-S1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 & Pentax Q-S1. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH2 Gallery & Pentax Q-S1 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FH2 offers outside measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Pentax Q-S1 has dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 203 grams (0.45 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FH2 and Pentax Q-S1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the FH2 versus the Q-S1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FH2 and Q-S1 is 96 and 92 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to see the gap in sensor sizes simply by going through technical specs. The picture below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the FH2 and Q-S1.

As you have seen, both the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The FH2 featuring a smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh more challenging and the Panasonic FH2 will provide greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos much more aggressively. The more aged FH2 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.