Panasonic FP8 vs Pentax Q

On this page, we are contrasting the Panasonic FP8 vs Pentax Q, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the FP8 (12MP) and the Q (12MP) is fairly similar and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FP8 was launched 23 months earlier than the Q making them a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FP8 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax Q being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight to a detailed comparison, here is a brief summary of how the FP8 grades versus the Q with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 and Pentax Q. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FP8 Gallery and Pentax Q Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic FP8 comes with exterior dimensions of 96mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") having a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Pentax Q has sizing of 98mm x 57mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic FP8 vs Pentax Q in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the FP8 against the Q.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FP8 and Q is 95 and 93 respectively.

Normally, its tough to envision the contrast between sensor measurements only by reading specifications. The photograph underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the FP8 and Q.

To sum up, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same MP so you should expect similar quality of files though you might want to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The older FP8 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.