Panasonic FZ150 vs Pentax Q
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Panasonic FZ150 vs Pentax Q Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 528g - 124 x 82 x 92mm
- Released April 2012
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax Q Mount
- 180g - 98 x 57 x 31mm
- Announced June 2011
- Successor is Pentax Q10
Panasonic FZ150 vs Pentax Q Overview
Its time to look closer at the Panasonic FZ150 and Pentax Q, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the FZ150 (12MP) and the Q (12MP) is pretty similar and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe FZ150 was announced 10 months later than the Q so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FZ150 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax Q being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the FZ150 matches up vs the Q in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic FZ150 vs Pentax Q Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150 and Pentax Q. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ150 Gallery and Pentax Q Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ150 over the Pentax Q
FZ150 | Q | |||
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Announced | April 2012 | June 2011 | Fresher by 10 months | |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Pentax Q over the Panasonic FZ150
Q | FZ150 |
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Common features in the Panasonic FZ150 and Pentax Q
FZ150 | Q | |||
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Manually focus | Very precise focus | |||
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen measurement | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 460k | Same screen resolution | |
Touch screen | Missing Touch screen |
Panasonic FZ150 vs Pentax Q Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry your camera often, you should think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic FZ150 has outer measurements of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") and a weight of 528 grams (1.16 lbs) while 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).
Take a look at the Panasonic FZ150 and Pentax Q in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the FZ150 vs the Q.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the FZ150 and Q is 67 and 93 respectively.
Panasonic FZ150 vs Pentax Q Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizing merely by going over specifications. The photograph underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ150 and Q.
To sum up, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels so you should expect similar quality of photographs but you might want to take the production date of the products into consideration. The more recent FZ150 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Panasonic FZ150 vs Pentax Q Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150 | Pentax Q | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150 | Pentax Q |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2012-04-11 | 2011-06-23 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 23 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Pentax Q |
Lens zoom range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.2 | - |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 8 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 460k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 12.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 9.50 m | 5.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Trailing-curtain sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | - | 1/2000 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 528g (1.16 pounds) | 180g (0.40 pounds) |
Dimensions | 124 x 82 x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") | 98 x 57 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 40 | 47 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 19.4 | 20.2 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.9 | 11.1 |
DXO Low light rating | 132 | 189 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 photos | 230 photos |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 pictures)) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $499 | $695 |