Panasonic GF2 vs Pentax Q

Following is a extended comparison of the Panasonic GF2 and Pentax Q, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the GF2 (12MP) and the Q (12MP) is fairly comparable but the GF2 (Four Thirds) and Q (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The GF2 was manufactured 3 months prior to the Q so they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the GF2 matches up against the Q with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2 & Pentax Q. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic GF2 Gallery & Pentax Q Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GF2 provides exterior measurements of 113mm x 68mm x 33mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs) while the Pentax Q has measurements of 98mm x 57mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") along with a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic GF2 and Pentax Q in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the GF2 compared to the Q.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GF2 and Q is 88 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizes simply by checking out a spec sheet. The picture below might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the GF2 and Q.

As you can see, both of those cameras come with the identical megapixel count but not the same sensor sizes. The GF2 uses the larger sensor which should make obtaining shallow depth of field simpler.