Panasonic G6 vs Pentax Q7

Let's look more in depth at the Panasonic G6 vs Pentax Q7, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by brands Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a considerable gap among the resolutions of the G6 (16MP) and Q7 (12MP) and the G6 (Four Thirds) and Q7 (1/1.7") boast different sensor size.

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The G6 was released 3 months before the Q7 and they are both of a similar age. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic G6 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax Q7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick summary of how the G6 scores against the Q7 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 & Pentax Q7. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic G6 Gallery & Pentax Q7 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic G6 enjoys external measurements of 122mm x 85mm x 71mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.8") having a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs) and the Pentax Q7 has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic G6 vs Pentax Q7 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using during that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the G6 compared to the Q7.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G6 and Q7 is 74 and 92 respectively.

Typically, its tough to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements just by checking out technical specs. The photograph underneath might provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the G6 and Q7.

As you have seen, the two cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The G6 because of its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Panasonic G6 will produce extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively.