Panasonic LX100 vs Pentax Q

Here is a comprehensive review of the Panasonic LX100 vs Pentax Q, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the LX100 (13MP) and the Q (12MP) is very close but the LX100 (Four Thirds) and Q (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor sizing.

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The LX100 was introduced 3 years later than the Q and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic LX100 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Pentax Q being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick summary of how the LX100 matches up vs the Q in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 & Pentax Q. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic LX100 Gallery & Pentax Q Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic LX100 has physical dimensions of 115mm x 66mm x 55mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 2.2") along with a weight of 393 grams (0.87 lbs) and the Pentax Q has measurements 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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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select during that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the LX100 and the Q.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the LX100 and Q is 83 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, its tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizing only by researching specifications. The visual underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the LX100 and Q.

Plainly, the 2 cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The LX100 with its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Panasonic LX100 will result in greater detail using its extra 1MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images far more aggressively. The fresher LX100 provides a benefit in sensor innovation.