Panasonic ZS40 vs Pentax Q7

Here, we are comparing the Panasonic ZS40 vs Pentax Q7, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Panasonic and Pentax. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the ZS40 (18MP) and Q7 (12MP) and the ZS40 (1/2.3") and Q7 (1/1.7") provide different sensor dimensions.

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The ZS40 was announced 6 months after the Q7 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic ZS40 being a Compact camera and the Pentax Q7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the ZS40 scores against the Q7 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 and Pentax Q7. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic ZS40 Gallery and Pentax Q7 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic ZS40 has physical measurements of 111mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs) and the Pentax Q7 has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic ZS40 vs Pentax Q7 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the ZS40 vs the Q7.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the ZS40 and Q7 is 90 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizes merely by checking out technical specs. The picture below will provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS40 and Q7.

As you have seen, both of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The ZS40 with its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF trickier and the Panasonic ZS40 will show greater detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics way more aggressively.