Panasonic FP1 vs Pentax Q-S1

Below is a in-depth analysis of the Panasonic FP1 versus Pentax Q-S1, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the FP1 (12MP) and the Q-S1 (12MP) is pretty well matched but the FP1 (1/2.3") and Q-S1 (1/1.7") feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The FP1 was manufactured 5 years earlier than the Q-S1 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FP1 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax Q-S1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the FP1 grades against the Q-S1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 and Pentax Q-S1. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FP1 Gallery and Pentax Q-S1 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FP1 has outside measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Pentax Q-S1 has proportions of 105mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 203 grams (0.45 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the FP1 compared to the Q-S1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the FP1 and Q-S1 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to envision the contrast between sensor measurements just by checking a spec sheet. The visual underneath may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the FP1 and Q-S1.

Clearly, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact resolution albeit not the same sensor measurements. The FP1 provides the tinier sensor which will make obtaining bokeh more challenging. The older FP1 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.