Panasonic G1 vs Pentax Q-S1

Below is a complete assessment of the Panasonic G1 and Pentax Q-S1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the G1 (12MP) and the Q-S1 (12MP) is pretty well matched but the G1 (Four Thirds) and Q-S1 (1/1.7") boast different sensor dimensions.

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The G1 was brought out 6 years before the Q-S1 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic G1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax Q-S1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short introduction of how the G1 scores vs the Q-S1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1 and Pentax Q-S1. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic G1 Gallery and Pentax Q-S1 Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic G1 has physical dimensions of 124mm x 84mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 1.8") with a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs) whilst the Pentax Q-S1 has specifications of 105mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 203 grams (0.45 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic G1 and Pentax Q-S1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the G1 compared to the Q-S1.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the G1 and Q-S1 is 82 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to picture the contrast between sensor measurements simply by checking specs. The photograph here will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the G1 and Q-S1.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras come with the identical resolution albeit different sensor measurements. The G1 offers the bigger sensor which is going to make obtaining shallower depth of field easier. The older G1 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.