Panasonic LZ40 vs Pentax Q-S1
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Panasonic LZ40 vs Pentax Q-S1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 22-924mm (F3.0-6.5) lens
- 524g - 126 x 87 x 94mm
- Revealed January 2014
- Succeeded the Panasonic LZ30
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- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax Q Mount
- 203g - 105 x 58 x 34mm
- Launched August 2014
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Below is a complete review of the Panasonic LZ40 versus Pentax Q-S1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a huge gap among the sensor resolutions of the LZ40 (20MP) and Q-S1 (12MP) and the LZ40 (1/2.3") and Q-S1 (1/1.7") feature different sensor measurements.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe LZ40 was revealed 7 months before the Q-S1 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic LZ40 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax Q-S1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving through a detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the LZ40 scores versus the Q-S1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Reasons to pick Panasonic LZ40 over the Pentax Q-S1
| LZ40 | Q-S1 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Pentax Q-S1 over the Panasonic LZ40
| Q-S1 | LZ40 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | August 2014 |  | January 2014 | More recent by 7 months |
| Focus manually |  | Dial precise focus |
Common features in the Panasonic LZ40 and Pentax Q-S1
| LZ40 | Q-S1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent screen measurements |
| Screen resolution | 460k |  | 460k | The same screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Lack of selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Neither provides Touch screen |
Panasonic LZ40 vs Pentax Q-S1 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to lug around your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic LZ40 provides exterior measurements of 126mm x 87mm x 94mm (5.0" x 3.4" x 3.7") and a weight of 524 grams (1.16 lbs) while the Pentax Q-S1 has proportions of 105mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 203 grams (0.45 lbs).
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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the LZ40 and the Q-S1.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the LZ40 and Q-S1 is 67 and 92 respectively.
Panasonic LZ40 vs Pentax Q-S1 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is hard to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements merely by seeing specifications. The graphic here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the LZ40 and Q-S1.
Plainly, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The LZ40 with its smaller sensor is going to make achieving bokeh tougher and the Panasonic LZ40 will show more detail because of its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The older LZ40 will be behind in sensor tech.
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Panasonic LZ40 vs Pentax Q-S1 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40 | Pentax Q-S1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Panasonic | Pentax |
| Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40 | Pentax Q-S1 |
| Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Revealed | 2014-01-06 | 2014-08-04 |
| Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | - | Q Engine |
| Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.7" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 41.5mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
| Max enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Number of focus points | 9 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | Pentax Q |
| Lens focal range | 22-924mm (42.0x) | - |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.0-6.5 | - |
| Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
| Number of lenses | - | 8 |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 4.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 460k dot | 460k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Screen tech | TFT LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | 5.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 10.80 m | 4.90 m (at ISO 100) |
| Flash settings | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off | Auto, redeye reduction, slow sync, trailing curtain sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p), 320 x 240 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (30,25, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30, 25, 24p), 640 x 480 (30, 25, 24p) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Microphone jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 524g (1.16 lbs) | 203g (0.45 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 126 x 87 x 94mm (5.0" x 3.4" x 3.7") | 105 x 58 x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 320 pictures | 250 pictures |
| 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 shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Price at release | $219 | $250 |