Panasonic LF1 vs Pentax Q

Let's look much closer at the Panasonic LF1 and Pentax Q, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the LF1 (12MP) and the Q (12MP) is fairly comparable but the LF1 (1/1.7") and Q (1/2.3") use different sensor size.

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The LF1 was revealed 2 years after the Q which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic LF1 being a Compact camera and the Pentax Q being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight into a thorough comparison, below is a simple summary of how the LF1 scores versus the Q with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 & Pentax Q. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic LF1 Gallery & Pentax Q Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic LF1 comes with physical dimensions of 103mm x 62mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Pentax Q has measurements of 98mm x 57mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic LF1 and Pentax Q in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the LF1 vs the Q.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the LF1 and Q is 92 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to visualize the difference in sensor sizes merely by seeing technical specs. The picture below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the LF1 and Q.

As you have seen, each of these cameras offer the same exact megapixel count but different sensor sizes. The LF1 offers the larger sensor which is going to make obtaining shallow DOF easier. The younger LF1 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.