Panasonic FS25 vs Pentax Q7

In this write-up, we are comparing the Panasonic FS25 vs Pentax Q7, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the FS25 (12MP) and the Q7 (12MP) is very similar but the FS25 (1/2.3") and Q7 (1/1.7") possess totally different sensor size.

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The FS25 was unveiled 5 years prior to the Q7 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FS25 being a Compact camera and the Pentax Q7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the FS25 scores versus the Q7 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 and Pentax Q7. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FS25 Gallery and Pentax Q7 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to lug around your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FS25 enjoys exterior measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Pentax Q7 has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the FS25 compared to the Q7.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FS25 and Q7 is 95 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to see the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reading technical specs. The photograph below will offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the FS25 and Q7.

As you can tell, the two cameras enjoy the same exact megapixel count but not the same sensor measurements. The FS25 offers the tinier sensor which will make achieving shallow depth of field more difficult. The older FS25 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.