Panasonic FX580 vs Pentax Q

Its time to look closer at the Panasonic FX580 vs Pentax Q, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the FX580 (12MP) and the Q (12MP) is very similar and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FX580 was revealed 3 years earlier than the Q and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FX580 being a Compact camera and the Pentax Q being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a short summation of how the FX580 scores versus the Q when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 & Pentax Q. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FX580 Gallery & Pentax Q Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic FX580 features outer dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Pentax Q has sizing of 98mm x 57mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") having a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the FX580 versus the Q.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FX580 and Q is 95 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to see the difference between sensor measurements just by reviewing specifications. The photograph here may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the FX580 and Q.

Plainly, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution so you can expect similar quality of pictures although you might want to factor the age of the products into consideration. The older FX580 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.