Panasonic FS15 vs Pentax Q-S1

Below, we will be matching up the Panasonic FS15 vs Pentax Q-S1, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the FS15 (12MP) and the Q-S1 (12MP) is relatively well matched but the FS15 (1/2.3") and Q-S1 (1/1.7") possess different sensor measurements.

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The FS15 was introduced 6 years earlier than the Q-S1 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FS15 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax Q-S1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting through a full comparison, below is a concise summation of how the FS15 grades versus the Q-S1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 & Pentax Q-S1. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FS15 Gallery & Pentax Q-S1 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic FS15 has physical measurements of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) while the Pentax Q-S1 has sizing of 105mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 203 grams (0.45 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the FS15 against the Q-S1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the FS15 and Q-S1 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Usually, its difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizes purely by reading through a spec sheet. The picture underneath may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the FS15 and Q-S1.

Clearly, each of the cameras have got the exact same resolution albeit different sensor sizes. The FS15 has got the tinier sensor which will make getting shallower depth of field more difficult. The more aged FS15 is going to be behind in sensor technology.