Panasonic GM5 vs Pentax Q-S1

The following is a detailed analysis of the Panasonic GM5 versus Pentax Q-S1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by companies Panasonic and Pentax. There is a large difference between the resolutions of the GM5 (16MP) and Q-S1 (12MP) and the GM5 (Four Thirds) and Q-S1 (1/1.7") feature different sensor dimensions.

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The GM5 was launched 2 months after the Q-S1 so they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise overview of how the GM5 grades against the Q-S1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5 & Pentax Q-S1. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic GM5 Gallery & Pentax Q-S1 Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GM5 provides external dimensions of 99mm x 60mm x 36mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.4") having a weight of 211 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Pentax Q-S1 has measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 203 grams (0.45 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the GM5 compared to the Q-S1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the GM5 and Q-S1 is 91 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing technical specs. The pic below should give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the GM5 and Q-S1.

As you have seen, both cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The GM5 due to its larger sensor is going to make getting bokeh less difficult and the Panasonic GM5 will offer more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images somewhat more aggressively.