Panasonic G1 vs Pentax Q

Below, we will be contrasting the Panasonic G1 vs Pentax Q, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the G1 (12MP) and the Q (12MP) is pretty similar but the G1 (Four Thirds) and Q (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor size.

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The G1 was released 3 years earlier than the Q and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic G1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax Q being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going in to a detailed comparison, below is a short summary of how the G1 grades vs the Q when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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If you're going to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic G1 has got exterior dimensions of 124mm x 84mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 1.8") having a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs) whilst the Pentax Q has specifications of 98mm x 57mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") with a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the G1 against the Q.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the G1 and Q is 82 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to picture the gap between sensor sizing only by reading specs. The graphic below will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the G1 and Q.

All in all, the 2 cameras posses the exact same resolution albeit different sensor sizing. The G1 includes the bigger sensor which should make obtaining bokeh simpler. The older G1 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.