Panasonic GF2 vs Pentax Q-S1

In this article, we are contrasting the Panasonic GF2 versus Pentax Q-S1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the GF2 (12MP) and the Q-S1 (12MP) is fairly comparable but the GF2 (Four Thirds) and Q-S1 (1/1.7") use totally different sensor size.

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The GF2 was unveiled 4 years earlier than the Q-S1 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the GF2 grades versus the Q-S1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2 & Pentax Q-S1. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic GF2 Gallery & Pentax Q-S1 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GF2 comes with outside dimensions of 113mm x 68mm x 33mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.3") with a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs) whilst the Pentax Q-S1 has proportions of 105mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 203 grams (0.45 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have at that moment. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the GF2 versus the Q-S1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the GF2 and Q-S1 is 88 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing merely by going through specs. The graphic here will give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the GF2 and Q-S1.

All in all, both the cameras offer the same exact resolution but not the same sensor sizing. The GF2 features the larger sensor which is going to make achieving bokeh simpler. The older GF2 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.