Panasonic FZ100 vs Pentax Q

Its time to look a little more closely at the Panasonic FZ100 and Pentax Q, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the FZ100 (14MP) and the Q (12MP) is fairly well matched and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FZ100 was unveiled 11 months prior to the Q so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FZ100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax Q being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the FZ100 scores vs the Q in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ100 and Pentax Q. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FZ100 Gallery and Pentax Q Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera, you should consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic FZ100 has external measurements of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") along with a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) whilst 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).

Examine the Panasonic FZ100 and Pentax Q in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the FZ100 vs the Q.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the FZ100 and Q is 67 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to envision the gap between sensor dimensions only by reading through technical specs. The image underneath will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ100 and Q.

As you have seen, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Panasonic FZ100 to give more detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images far more aggressively. The more aged FZ100 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.