Panasonic GX7 vs Pentax Q

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Panasonic GX7 and Pentax Q, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the GX7 (16MP) and Q (12MP) and the GX7 (Four Thirds) and Q (1/2.3") use different sensor sizing.

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The GX7 was manufactured 2 years later than the Q and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the GX7 scores vs the Q in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX7 and Pentax Q. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic GX7 Gallery and Pentax Q Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GX7 features outside dimensions of 123mm x 71mm x 55mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.2") along with a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs) while the Pentax Q has measurements of 98mm x 57mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") with a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic GX7 and Pentax Q in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the GX7 and the Q.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GX7 and Q is 81 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, its hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing merely by looking at specifications. The photograph underneath will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the GX7 and Q.

To sum up, the 2 cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The GX7 because of its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF simpler and the Panasonic GX7 will give more detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics a little more aggressively. The fresher GX7 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.