Canon SX610 HS vs Pentax Q

Here, we are contrasting the Canon SX610 HS versus Pentax Q, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Canon and Pentax. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the SX610 HS (20MP) and Q (12MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX610 HS was introduced 3 years after the Q which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX610 HS being a Compact camera and the Pentax Q being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick summation of how the SX610 HS scores vs the Q for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX610 HS and Pentax Q. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX610 HS Gallery and Pentax Q Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon SX610 HS provides physical measurements of 105mm x 61mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 191 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Pentax Q has proportions of 98mm x 57mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") along with a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).

Check out the Canon SX610 HS versus Pentax Q in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the SX610 HS and the Q.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SX610 HS and Q is 93 and 93 respectively.

Often, its tough to see the gap between sensor sizes just by looking at specs. The image below will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SX610 HS and Q.

All in all, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Canon SX610 HS to resolve more detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop images way more aggressively. The more modern SX610 HS is going to have an edge in sensor technology.