Panasonic GH1 vs Pentax Q10

The following is a in-depth review of the Panasonic GH1 vs Pentax Q10, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the GH1 (12MP) and the Q10 (12MP) is very close but the GH1 (Four Thirds) and Q10 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor size.

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The GH1 was announced 4 years earlier than the Q10 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic GH1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax Q10 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick summary of how the GH1 matches up against the Q10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1 and Pentax Q10. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic GH1 Gallery and Pentax Q10 Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera, you will want to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GH1 has got exterior dimensions of 124mm x 90mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 1.8") having a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs) and the Pentax Q10 has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the GH1 compared to the Q10.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the GH1 and Q10 is 81 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to see the difference in sensor dimensions just by viewing technical specs. The picture underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the GH1 and Q10.

As you can tell, both of those cameras have got the exact same MP but not the same sensor dimensions. The GH1 provides the larger sensor which is going to make achieving shallow depth of field easier. The more aged GH1 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.