Panasonic GH2 vs Pentax Q

Below, we will be analyzing the Panasonic GH2 vs Pentax Q, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Panasonic and Pentax. There is a substantial difference among the resolutions of the GH2 (16MP) and Q (12MP) and the GH2 (Four Thirds) and Q (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor size.

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The GH2 was introduced 3 months before the Q so they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic GH2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax Q being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the GH2 matches up against the Q for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2 & Pentax Q. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic GH2 Gallery & Pentax Q Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GH2 features external dimensions of 124mm x 90mm x 76mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 3.0") with a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) and the Pentax Q has proportions of 98mm x 57mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") and a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).

See the Panasonic GH2 vs Pentax Q in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the GH2 versus the Q.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the GH2 and Q is 70 and 93 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizing just by going through specs. The graphic here will offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the GH2 and Q.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The GH2 with its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Panasonic GH2 will produce extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures much more aggressively.