Fujifilm X-A5 vs Pentax Q10
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Fujifilm X-A5 vs Pentax Q10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Raise to 51200)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 361g - 117 x 68 x 40mm
- Launched January 2018
- Previous Model is Fujifilm X-A3
- Successor is Fujifilm X-A7
(Full Review)

Fujifilm X-A5 vs Pentax Q10 Overview
Its time to look much closer at the Fujifilm X-A5 versus Pentax Q10, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by brands FujiFilm and Pentax. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A5 (24MP) and Q10 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-A5 (APS-C) and Q10 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor measurements.

The Fujifilm X-A5 was manufactured 5 years later than the Q10 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a short view of how the Fujifilm X-A5 grades versus the Q10 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Fujifilm X-A5 vs Pentax Q10 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-A5 & Pentax Q10. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-A5 Gallery & Pentax Q10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A5 over the Pentax Q10
Fujifilm X-A5 | Q10 | |||
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Released | January 2018 | ![]() | September 2012 | More recent by 66 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer display (+580k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax Q10 over the Fujifilm X-A5
Q10 | Fujifilm X-A5 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-A5 and Pentax Q10
Fujifilm X-A5 | Q10 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display measurements |
Fujifilm X-A5 vs Pentax Q10 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-A5 features physical dimensions of 117mm x 68mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 361 grams (0.80 lbs) while the Pentax Q10 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).
Analyze the Fujifilm X-A5 versus Pentax Q10 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm X-A5 compared to the Q10.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-A5 and Q10 is 86 and 92 respectively.

Fujifilm X-A5 vs Pentax Q10 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very tough to see the gap in sensor measurements purely by going through specifications. The visual below will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-A5 and Q10.
To sum up, the 2 cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-A5 featuring a larger sensor will make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Fujifilm X-A5 will provide more detail due to its extra 12 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics far more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm X-A5 will have a benefit in sensor tech.

Fujifilm X-A5 vs Pentax Q10 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-A5 vs Pentax Q10 Specifications
Fujifilm X-A5 | Pentax Q10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Pentax |
Model | Fujifilm X-A5 | Pentax Q10 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2018-01-31 | 2012-09-10 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Max boosted ISO | 51200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 91 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Fujifilm X | Pentax Q |
Total lenses | 54 | 8 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 1,040 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Optical (optional) |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Highest silent shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 6.0 frames per sec | 5.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.70 m (at ISO 200) | 7.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro, rear-curtain synchro, commander | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Trailing-curtain sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/180 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 (15p), 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 24, 23.98p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 24p, 23.98p) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | NP-W126S lithium-ion battery & USB charger | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 361g (0.80 pounds) | 200g (0.44 pounds) |
Dimensions | 117 x 68 x 40mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.6") | 102 x 58 x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 49 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 21.1 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.9 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 183 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 450 photos | 270 photos |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-W126S | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $500 | $350 |