Panasonic ZS40 vs Pentax Q
90 Imaging
43 Features
58 Overall
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93 Imaging
35 Features
47 Overall
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Panasonic ZS40 vs Pentax Q Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-720mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 240g - 111 x 64 x 34mm
- Introduced January 2014
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-TZ60
- Older Model is Panasonic ZS35
- Successor is Panasonic ZS45
(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
- Updated by Pentax Q10
Panasonic ZS40 vs Pentax Q Overview
The following is a in depth review of the Panasonic ZS40 vs Pentax Q, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Panasonic and Pentax. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the ZS40 (18MP) and Q (12MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe ZS40 was launched 2 years after the Q which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic ZS40 being a Compact camera and the Pentax Q being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the ZS40 matches up versus the Q in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic ZS40 vs Pentax Q Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 & Pentax Q. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS40 Gallery & Pentax Q Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS40 over the Pentax Q
ZS40 | Q | |||
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Introduced | January 2014 | June 2011 | Newer by 31 months | |
Display resolution | 920k | 460k | Sharper display (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax Q over the Panasonic ZS40
Q | ZS40 |
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Common features in the Panasonic ZS40 and Pentax Q
ZS40 | Q | |||
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Focus manually | Very accurate focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display size | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither has Touch friendly display |
Panasonic ZS40 vs Pentax Q Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic ZS40 has outside dimensions of 111mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs) while the Pentax Q has sizing of 98mm x 57mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") with a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).
See the Panasonic ZS40 vs Pentax Q in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the ZS40 compared to the Q.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the ZS40 and Q is 90 and 93 respectively.
Panasonic ZS40 vs Pentax Q Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very tough to see the gap between sensor dimensions merely by checking a spec sheet. The picture here should offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS40 and Q.
Clearly, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Panasonic ZS40 to give extra detail utilizing its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images more aggressively. The more modern ZS40 will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.
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Panasonic ZS40 vs Pentax Q Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 | Pentax Q | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 | Pentax Q |
Also referred to as | Lumix DMC-TZ60 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2014-01-06 | 2011-06-23 |
Body design | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Venus Engine | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4896 x 3672 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 23 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Pentax Q |
Lens zoom range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | - |
Max aperture | f/3.3-6.4 | - |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | - |
Total lenses | - | 8 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 920k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD with AR coating | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 200k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.40 m | 5.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Trailing-curtain sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/2000 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p/60i/30p), 1280 x 720 (60p/30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 240 gr (0.53 pounds) | 180 gr (0.40 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 64 x 34mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 98 x 57 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 300 shots | 230 shots |
Battery form | 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 |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $450 | $695 |