Panasonic FZ200 vs Pentax Q

Here is a complete assessment of the Panasonic FZ200 vs 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 FZ200 (12MP) and the Q (12MP) is pretty similar and they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FZ200 was launched 14 months later than the Q which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FZ200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax Q being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the FZ200 grades vs the Q in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200 and Pentax Q. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ200 Gallery and Pentax Q Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic FZ200 offers external measurements of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") and a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs) while the Pentax Q has specifications of 98mm x 57mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") along with a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FZ200 vs Pentax Q in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the FZ200 versus the Q.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FZ200 and Q is 65 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, its hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizing simply by going over technical specs. The photograph here might give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ200 and Q.

As you can tell, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical MP therefore you should expect similar quality of photos though you might want to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The fresher FZ200 should have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.