Panasonic G7 vs Pentax Q-S1

Let's look a bit more closely at the Panasonic G7 versus Pentax Q-S1, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. There is a sizable difference between the resolutions of the G7 (16MP) and Q-S1 (12MP) and the G7 (Four Thirds) and Q-S1 (1/1.7") offer totally different sensor size.

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The G7 was revealed 10 months after the Q-S1 and they are of a similar age. Both cameras have different body design with the Panasonic G7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax Q-S1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the G7 grades against the Q-S1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G7 & Pentax Q-S1. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic G7 Gallery & Pentax Q-S1 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic G7 has got exterior dimensions of 125mm x 86mm x 77mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.0") along with a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs) whilst the Pentax Q-S1 has specifications of 105mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 203 grams (0.45 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic G7 versus Pentax Q-S1 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the G7 vs the Q-S1.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the G7 and Q-S1 is 71 and 92 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizes only by reviewing technical specs. The pic underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the G7 and Q-S1.

As you have seen, both of those cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The G7 using its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF easier and the Panasonic G7 will offer you greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots more aggressively. The younger G7 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.