Fujifilm X-A1 vs Pentax Q10
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Fujifilm X-A1 vs Pentax Q10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 330g - 117 x 67 x 39mm
- Launched November 2013
- Successor is Fujifilm X-A2
(Full Review)
Fujifilm X-A1 vs Pentax Q10 Overview
Following is a complete assessment of the Fujifilm X-A1 and Pentax Q10, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Pentax. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A1 (16MP) and Q10 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-A1 (APS-C) and Q10 (1/2.3") use different sensor dimensions.
Europe Approves Revolutionary AI LegislationThe Fujifilm X-A1 was unveiled 15 months after the Q10 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before getting through a in depth comparison, below is a simple summary of how the Fujifilm X-A1 matches up versus the Q10 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Fujifilm X-A1 vs Pentax Q10 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-A1 and Pentax Q10. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm X-A1 Gallery and Pentax Q10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A1 over the Pentax Q10
Fujifilm X-A1 | Q10 | |||
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Released | November 2013 | September 2012 | More modern by 15 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen resolution | 920k | 460k | Crisper screen (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax Q10 over the Fujifilm X-A1
Q10 | Fujifilm X-A1 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-A1 and Pentax Q10
Fujifilm X-A1 | Q10 | |||
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Focus manually | More exact focus | |||
Screen dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical screen sizing | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Lacking Touch screen |
Fujifilm X-A1 vs Pentax Q10 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-A1 has outside measurements of 117mm x 67mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) and the Pentax Q10 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).
Take a look at the Fujifilm X-A1 and Pentax Q10 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at the time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm X-A1 compared to the Q10.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-A1 and Q10 is 87 and 92 respectively.
Fujifilm X-A1 vs Pentax Q10 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes simply by going through technical specs. The image underneath may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-A1 and Q10.
As you have seen, both the cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-A1 using its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Fujifilm X-A1 will show more detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X-A1 should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.
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Fujifilm X-A1 vs Pentax Q10 Specifications
Fujifilm X-A1 | Pentax Q10 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Pentax |
Model type | Fujifilm X-A1 | Pentax Q10 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2013-11-30 | 2012-09-10 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | EXR Processor II | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 368.2mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 49 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Fujifilm X | Pentax Q |
Total lenses | 54 | 8 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 920k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Optical (optional) |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 6.0 frames per second | 5.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m (ISO200m) | 7.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto / Forced Flash / Suppressed Flash / Slow Synchro / Rear-curtain Synchro / Commander | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Trailing-curtain sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/180s | 1/2000s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 30p, Continuous recording: up to approx. 14 min./1280 x 720 30p, Continuous recording: up to approx. 27 min. | 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 data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 330 grams (0.73 lb) | 200 grams (0.44 lb) |
Dimensions | 117 x 67 x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") | 102 x 58 x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 49 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 21.1 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.9 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 183 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 pictures | 270 pictures |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-W126 | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (10 sec. / 2 sec.) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD memory card / SDHC memory card / SDXC (UHS-I) memory card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch price | $329 | $350 |