Panasonic GM1 vs Pentax Q
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Panasonic GM1 vs Pentax Q Key Specs
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- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 204g - 99 x 55 x 30mm
- Launched December 2013
- Refreshed by Panasonic GM5
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- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax Q Mount
- 180g - 98 x 57 x 31mm
- Announced June 2011
- Later Model is Pentax Q10
Panasonic GM1 vs Pentax Q Overview
Lets look a little more closely at the Panasonic GM1 vs Pentax Q, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the GM1 (16MP) and Q (12MP) and the GM1 (Four Thirds) and Q (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor dimensions.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe GM1 was released 2 years after the Q which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a short overview of how the GM1 grades versus the Q in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic GM1 vs Pentax Q Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 and Pentax Q. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic GM1 Gallery and Pentax Q Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic GM1 over the Pentax Q
GM1 | Q | |||
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Announced | December 2013 | June 2011 | Newer by 31 months | |
Display resolution | 1036k | 460k | Crisper display (+576k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax Q over the Panasonic GM1
Q | GM1 |
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Common features in the Panasonic GM1 and Pentax Q
GM1 | Q | |||
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Focus manually | Dial precise focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display sizing | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Panasonic GM1 vs Pentax Q Physical Comparison
In case you're going to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GM1 enjoys exterior measurements of 99mm x 55mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Pentax Q has measurements of 98mm x 57mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") having a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).
See the Panasonic GM1 vs Pentax Q in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the GM1 and the Q.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GM1 and Q is 93 and 93 respectively.
Panasonic GM1 vs Pentax Q Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is tough to envision the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reading a spec sheet. The picture below should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the GM1 and Q.
As you can see, both of those cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The GM1 because of its larger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Panasonic GM1 will deliver greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics way more aggressively. The more recent GM1 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.
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Panasonic GM1 vs Pentax Q Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 | Pentax Q | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 | Pentax Q |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2013-12-19 | 2011-06-23 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 224.9mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4592 x 3448 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 23 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Micro Four Thirds | Pentax Q |
Total lenses | 107 | 8 |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 1,036k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/500 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Highest silent shutter speed | 1/16000 secs | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 5.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Trailing-curtain sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/50 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 24p), 1280 x 720p (60p, 50p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 204g (0.45 pounds) | 180g (0.40 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 55 x 30mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") | 98 x 57 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 66 | 47 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.3 | 20.2 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.7 | 11.1 |
DXO Low light rating | 660 | 189 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 230 shots | 230 shots |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $750 | $695 |