Panasonic GX1 vs Pentax Q
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Panasonic GX1 vs Pentax Q Key Specs
(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
(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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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.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe 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 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | February 2012 |  | June 2011 | Fresher 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 type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal screen sizing |
| Screen resolution | 460k |  | 460k | Exact 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.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GX1 and Q is 87 and 93 respectively.
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.
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Panasonic GX1 vs Pentax Q Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 | Pentax 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 |