Fujifilm X-E2 vs Pentax Q10

The following is a complete review of the Fujifilm X-E2 versus Pentax Q10, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Pentax. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-E2 (16MP) and Q10 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-E2 (APS-C) and Q10 (1/2.3") provide different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm X-E2 was unveiled 19 months after the Q10 making them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summary of how the Fujifilm X-E2 grades vs the Q10 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-E2 and Pentax Q10. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-E2 Gallery and Pentax Q10 Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-E2 comes with outer dimensions of 129mm x 75mm x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) and the Pentax Q10 has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm X-E2 versus Pentax Q10 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose during that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm X-E2 vs the Q10.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-E2 and Q10 is 85 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reading a spec sheet. The picture underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-E2 and Q10.

Clearly, both cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-E2 with its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Fujifilm X-E2 will deliver more detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X-E2 should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.