Panasonic FH25 vs Pentax Q-S1

On this page, we will be contrasting the Panasonic FH25 vs Pentax Q-S1, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a crucial gap among the sensor resolutions of the FH25 (16MP) and Q-S1 (12MP) and the FH25 (1/2.3") and Q-S1 (1/1.7") provide totally different sensor sizes.

Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD Cards

The FH25 was introduced 4 years before the Q-S1 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FH25 being a Compact camera and the Pentax Q-S1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief view of how the FH25 matches up against the Q-S1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 and Pentax Q-S1. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FH25 Gallery and Pentax Q-S1 Gallery.

For those who are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH25 enjoys external measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Pentax Q-S1 has measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 203 grams (0.45 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FH25 vs Pentax Q-S1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the FH25 vs the Q-S1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH25 and Q-S1 is 94 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by looking through technical specs. The picture below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the FH25 and Q-S1.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The FH25 using its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower DOF trickier and the Panasonic FH25 will result in extra detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The more aged FH25 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.