Panasonic ZR1 vs Pentax Q
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Panasonic ZR1 vs Pentax Q Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 158g - 98 x 55 x 26mm
- Launched July 2009
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-ZX1
(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
- Released June 2011
- Later Model is Pentax Q10
Panasonic ZR1 vs Pentax Q Overview
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").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe 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.
Panasonic ZR1 vs Pentax Q Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR1 over the Pentax Q
ZR1 | Q |
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Reasons to pick Pentax Q over the Panasonic ZR1
Q | ZR1 | |||
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Released | June 2011 | July 2009 | Newer by 23 months | |
Focus manually | Very exact focusing | |||
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic ZR1 and Pentax Q
ZR1 | Q | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither contains Touch display |
Panasonic ZR1 vs Pentax Q Physical Comparison
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.
Panasonic ZR1 vs Pentax Q Sensor Comparison
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.
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Panasonic ZR1 vs Pentax Q Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 | Pentax Q | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 | Pentax Q |
Also called as | Lumix DMC-ZX1 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2009-07-27 | 2011-06-23 |
Body design | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine V | - |
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 | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Pentax Q |
Lens focal range | 25-200mm (8.0x) | - |
Max aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | - |
Macro focus range | 3cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 8 |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 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 | 5.10 m | 5.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Trailing-curtain sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/2000 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
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) |
Highest 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 | 158 gr (0.35 lbs) | 180 gr (0.40 lbs) |
Dimensions | 98 x 55 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 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 pictures |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $280 | $695 |