Panasonic ZR1 vs Pentax Q

In this article, we are matching up the Panasonic ZR1 vs Pentax Q, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the ZR1 (12MP) and the Q (12MP) is fairly comparable and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The ZR1 was manufactured 23 months prior to the Q making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic ZR1 being a Compact camera and the Pentax Q being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a short introduction of how the ZR1 grades versus the Q in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 and Pentax Q. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic ZR1 Gallery and Pentax Q Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZR1 has got outer measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Pentax Q has proportions of 98mm x 57mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") and a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic ZR1 vs Pentax Q in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have at that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the ZR1 against the Q.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the ZR1 and Q is 94 and 93 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to picture the difference in sensor dimensions only by going through technical specs. The image underneath should provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the ZR1 and Q.

As you have seen, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution and you should expect comparable quality of files however you need to take the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged ZR1 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.