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Panasonic TS1 vs Pentax Q

Portability
93
Imaging
34
Features
24
Overall
30
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 front
 
Pentax Q front
Portability
93
Imaging
35
Features
47
Overall
39

Panasonic TS1 vs Pentax Q Key Specs

Panasonic TS1
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 189g - 98 x 63 x 23mm
  • Revealed January 2009
  • Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FT1
  • Refreshed by Panasonic TS2
Pentax Q
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 125 - 6400
  • Sensor based Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Pentax Q Mount
  • 180g - 98 x 57 x 31mm
  • Launched June 2011
  • Replacement is Pentax Q10
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Panasonic TS1 vs Pentax Q Overview

The following is a in-depth assessment of the Panasonic TS1 vs Pentax Q, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the TS1 (12MP) and the Q (12MP) is very close and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The TS1 was revealed 3 years before the Q which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic TS1 being a Compact camera and the Pentax Q being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple view of how the TS1 scores against the Q in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic TS1 over the Pentax Q

 TS1 Q 

Reasons to pick Pentax Q over the Panasonic TS1

 Q TS1 
LaunchedJune 2011January 2009Newer by 29 months
Focus manually Very accurate focus
Display dimension3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution460k230kCrisper display (+230k dot)

Common features in the Panasonic TS1 and Pentax Q

 TS1 Q 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither comes with selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither comes with Touch friendly display

Panasonic TS1 vs Pentax Q Physical Comparison

If you're planning to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic TS1 comes with outside measurements of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") along with a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs) and 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).

Examine the Panasonic TS1 vs Pentax Q in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the TS1 vs the Q.

Panasonic TS1 vs Pentax Q size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the TS1 and Q is 93 and 93 respectively.

Panasonic TS1 vs Pentax Q top view buttons comparison

Panasonic TS1 vs Pentax Q Sensor Comparison

Usually, it is very hard to see the gap in sensor dimensions merely by viewing a spec sheet. The pic underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the TS1 and Q.

As you can see, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of pictures although you need to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged TS1 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

Panasonic TS1 vs Pentax Q sensor size comparison

Panasonic TS1 vs Pentax Q Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic TS1 vs Pentax Q Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Panasonic TS1 Portrait photography advice
Pentax Q Portrait photography advice
20
manual focus not available
manual exposure not possible
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
45
has manual focus
great flash sync speed (1/2,000s)
supports RAW files
MP count low (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
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Street Comparison

Panasonic TS1 Street photography highlights
Pentax Q Street photography highlights
61
has image stabilization (Optical)
environment proofing
no moving screen
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
69
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
supports RAW files
lighter than competition in class (180 grams)
screen does not articulate
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
Photography Glossary

Sports Comparison

Panasonic TS1 as a Sports photography camera
Pentax Q as a Sports photography camera
29
has image stabilization (Optical)
environment proofing
low max shutter speed (1/1,300 seconds)
painfully slow continuous shooting (2.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
31
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
provides tracking focus
max frames per second low (2.0 frames/s)
MP count low (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
terrible battery pack (230 CIPA)
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Panasonic TS1
Travel photography with Pentax Q
61
environment proofing
built-in flash
rather wide (28mm)
missing Timelapse mode
megapixel count low (12MP)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
57
lighter than competition in class (180g)
flash built-in
no Timelapse recording
terrible battery pack (230 per charge)
MP count low (12 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Panasonic TS1 Landscape photography factors
Pentax Q Landscape photography factors
35
rather wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
environment proofing
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen is small (2.7")
manual exposure not possible
megapixel count low (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
missing Timelapse mode
51
has manual focus
switch lenses (Pentax Q mount)
screen is a good size (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
supports RAW files
MP count low (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
terrible battery pack (230 shots)
no Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic TS1 as a Vlogging camera
Pentax Q as a Vlogging camera
28
rather wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
low quality video (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing microphone port
34
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than competition in class (180 grams)
display isn't selfie friendly
no microphone support
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Panasonic TS1 vs Pentax Q Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic TS1 and Pentax Q
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1Pentax Q
General Information
Company Panasonic Pentax
Model Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 Pentax Q
Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FT1 -
Type Waterproof Entry-Level Mirrorless
Revealed 2009-01-27 2011-06-23
Physical type Compact Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 27.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 12MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 6400 6400
Min native ISO 80 125
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Number of focus points 11 25
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens Pentax Q
Lens focal range 28-128mm (4.6x) -
Largest aperture f/3.3-5.9 -
Macro focus distance 5cm -
Total lenses - 8
Focal length multiplier 5.9 5.8
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.7 inches 3 inches
Display resolution 230k dots 460k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Display tech - TFT Color LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 60 seconds 30 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/1300 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shutter rate 2.0 frames per sec 2.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range - 5.60 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Trailing-curtain sync
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Max flash synchronize - 1/2000 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video file format AVCHD Lite MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 189g (0.42 lbs) 180g (0.40 lbs)
Dimensions 98 x 63 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") 98 x 57 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested 47
DXO Color Depth score not tested 20.2
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 11.1
DXO Low light score not tested 189
Other
Battery life - 230 images
Battery style - Battery Pack
Battery model - D-LI68
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 12 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD/MMC/SDHC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots Single Single
Price at release $380 $695