Panasonic FS42 vs Pentax Q7

Below, we will be looking at the Panasonic FS42 versus Pentax Q7, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the FS42 (10MP) and the Q7 (12MP) is pretty similar but the FS42 (1/2.5") and Q7 (1/1.7") enjoy different sensor measurements.

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The FS42 was revealed 5 years before the Q7 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FS42 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax Q7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the FS42 grades versus the Q7 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS42 and Pentax Q7. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FS42 Gallery and Pentax Q7 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic FS42 features outside measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Pentax Q7 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FS42 versus Pentax Q7 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the FS42 and the Q7.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the FS42 and Q7 is 95 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reading technical specs. The visual here should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the FS42 and Q7.

As you have seen, each of these cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The FS42 using its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field tougher and the Pentax Q7 will offer you extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The older FS42 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.