Panasonic LX7 vs Pentax Q

Here is a in-depth analysis of the Panasonic LX7 versus Pentax Q, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the LX7 (10MP) and the Q (12MP) is very comparable but the LX7 (1/1.7") and Q (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor size.

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The LX7 was released 16 months later than the Q making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic LX7 being a Compact camera and the Pentax Q being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving through a full comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the LX7 scores against the Q when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7 & Pentax Q. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic LX7 Gallery & Pentax Q Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera often, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic LX7 offers physical dimensions of 111mm x 68mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") and a weight of 298 grams (0.66 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).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the LX7 versus the Q.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the LX7 and Q is 86 and 93 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizing simply by checking out specs. The visual below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the LX7 and Q.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The LX7 featuring a larger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Pentax Q will show extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The younger LX7 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.