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Panasonic GX1 vs Pentax Q

Portability
87
Imaging
52
Features
54
Overall
52
Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 front
 
Pentax Q front
Portability
93
Imaging
35
Features
47
Overall
39

Panasonic GX1 vs Pentax Q Key Specs

Panasonic GX1
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 160 - 12800
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Micro Four Thirds Mount
  • 318g - 116 x 68 x 39mm
  • Introduced February 2012
  • Successor is Panasonic GX7
Pentax Q
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 125 - 6400
  • Sensor based Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Pentax Q Mount
  • 180g - 98 x 57 x 31mm
  • Introduced June 2011
  • New Model is Pentax Q10
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Panasonic GX1 vs Pentax Q Overview

Here is a complete assessment of the Panasonic GX1 versus Pentax Q, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by companies Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a crucial gap between the resolutions of the GX1 (16MP) and Q (12MP) and the GX1 (Four Thirds) and Q (1/2.3") boast different sensor dimensions.

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The GX1 was unveiled 8 months later than the Q and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the GX1 matches up vs the Q for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic GX1 over the Pentax Q

 GX1 Q 
IntroducedFebruary 2012June 2011Fresher by 8 months
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Pentax Q over the Panasonic GX1

 Q GX1 

Common features in the Panasonic GX1 and Pentax Q

 GX1 Q 
Manually focus More precise focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions3"3"Equal screen sizing
Screen resolution460k460kExact same screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen

Panasonic GX1 vs Pentax Q Physical Comparison

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic GX1 features outer measurements of 116mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") and a weight of 318 grams (0.70 lbs) whilst the Pentax Q has dimensions of 98mm x 57mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") and a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at that moment. The following is a front view size comparison of the GX1 against the Q.

Panasonic GX1 vs Pentax Q size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GX1 and Q is 87 and 93 respectively.

Panasonic GX1 vs Pentax Q top view buttons comparison

Panasonic GX1 vs Pentax Q Sensor Comparison

Typically, it's hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizing simply by reading specifications. The photograph here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the GX1 and Q.

To sum up, each of the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The GX1 having a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Panasonic GX1 will offer greater detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The newer GX1 should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.

Panasonic GX1 vs Pentax Q sensor size comparison

Panasonic GX1 vs Pentax Q Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic GX1 vs Pentax Q Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Panasonic GX1 as a Portrait photography camera
Pentax Q as a Portrait photography camera
71
manual focus
resolution is good (16MP)
sensor size is good (Four Thirds)
comes with face detect autofocus
exports RAW files
45
has manual focus
high flash sync (1/2,000 seconds)
delivers RAW files
low MP (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
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Street Comparison

Panasonic GX1 Street photography details
Pentax Q Street photography details
70
sensor size is good (Four Thirds)
exports RAW files
has touch focus
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
69
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
delivers RAW files
lighter than competition in class (180 grams)
screen is fixed
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
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Sports Comparison

Panasonic GX1 Sports photography features
Pentax Q Sports photography features
47
resolution is good (16MP)
sensor size is good (Four Thirds)
comes with tracking focus
low fps (4.0 fps)
does not have image stabilization
low battery power (300 per charge)
lacks phase detect autofocus
31
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
comes with tracking focus
max fps low (2.0 frames per second)
low MP (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
low battery life (230 per charge)
no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Panasonic GX1 Travel photography information
Pentax Q Travel photography information
65
has touch focus
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
does not have Time Lapse function
low battery power (300 shots)
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
57
lighter than competition in class (180 grams)
has built in flash
no Time Lapse mode
low battery life (230 shots)
low MP (12 megapixels)
does not offer selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Panasonic GX1 Landscape photography features
Pentax Q Landscape photography features
62
manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Micro Four Thirds mount)
good sized screen (3 inches)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
sensor size is good (Four Thirds)
exports RAW files
does not have image stabilization
low battery power (300 CIPA)
does not have Time Lapse function
51
has manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Pentax Q mount)
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
delivers RAW files
low MP (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
low battery life (230 shots)
no Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic GX1 as a Vlogging camera
Pentax Q as a Vlogging camera
32
screen is touchscreen
comes with face detect autofocus
high res video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
does not have image stabilization
does not have mic socket
34
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
high quality video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than competition in class (180 grams)
does not offer selfie friendly display
no mic support
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Panasonic GX1 vs Pentax Q Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic GX1 and Pentax Q
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1Pentax Q
General Information
Make Panasonic Pentax
Model Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 Pentax Q
Class Entry-Level Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Introduced 2012-02-14 2011-06-23
Physical type Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor Venus Engine FHD -
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size Four Thirds 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 17.3 x 13mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 224.9mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 12MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4592 x 3448 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 12800 6400
Minimum native ISO 160 125
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Number of focus points 23 25
Lens
Lens mount Micro Four Thirds Pentax Q
Available lenses 107 8
Focal length multiplier 2.1 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3 inch 3 inch
Display resolution 460 thousand dots 460 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Display technology TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle TFT Color LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic (optional) None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 60 seconds 30 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shutter rate 4.0fps 2.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 7.60 m 5.60 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Trailing-curtain sync
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Fastest flash synchronize 1/160 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (60 fps) 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30fps) 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 data format MPEG-4, AVCHD MPEG-4, H.264
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 318 grams (0.70 pounds) 180 grams (0.40 pounds)
Physical dimensions 116 x 68 x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") 98 x 57 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score 55 47
DXO Color Depth score 20.8 20.2
DXO Dynamic range score 10.6 11.1
DXO Low light score 703 189
Other
Battery life 300 photos 230 photos
Style of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model - D-LI68
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 12 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots One One
Pricing at release $228 $695