Panasonic TS25 vs Pentax Q
95 Imaging
40 Features
28 Overall
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93 Imaging
35 Features
47 Overall
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Panasonic TS25 vs Pentax Q Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 144g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
- Introduced January 2013
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FT25
(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
- Introduced June 2011
- Successor is Pentax Q10
Panasonic TS25 vs Pentax Q Overview
Below is a extensive overview of the Panasonic TS25 and Pentax Q, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the TS25 (16MP) and Q (12MP) but they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe TS25 was introduced 19 months later than the Q making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic TS25 being a Compact camera and the Pentax Q being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick summation of how the TS25 scores against the Q when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Panasonic TS25 vs Pentax Q Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25 and Pentax Q. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic TS25 Gallery and Pentax Q Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS25 over the Pentax Q
TS25 | Q | |||
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Introduced | January 2013 | June 2011 | More recent by 19 months |
Reasons to pick Pentax Q over the Panasonic TS25
Q | TS25 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial accurate focus | |||
Display dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic TS25 and Pentax Q
TS25 | Q | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch display | No Touch display |
Panasonic TS25 vs Pentax Q Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic TS25 enjoys exterior dimensions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Pentax Q has measurements of 98mm x 57mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") along with a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).
Analyze the Panasonic TS25 and Pentax Q in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at the time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the TS25 versus the Q.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TS25 and Q is 95 and 93 respectively.
Panasonic TS25 vs Pentax Q Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be tough to visualize the gap in sensor measurements only by seeing technical specs. The graphic here should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the TS25 and Q.
As you can tell, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Panasonic TS25 to show greater detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The younger TS25 should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.
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Panasonic TS25 vs Pentax Q Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25 | Pentax Q | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25 | Pentax Q |
Also called | Lumix DMC-FT25 | - |
Class | Waterproof | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2013-01-07 | 2011-06-23 |
Physical type | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 23 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Pentax Q |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/3.9-5.7 | - |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 8 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1300 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.40 m | 5.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Trailing-curtain sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | - | 1/2000 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 144 gr (0.32 lbs) | 180 gr (0.40 lbs) |
Dimensions | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 98 x 57 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 47 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 20.2 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.1 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 189 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 images | 230 images |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail price | $180 | $695 |