Fujifilm X-E3 vs Pentax Q10

Following is a in-depth comparison of the Fujifilm X-E3 and Pentax Q10, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Pentax. There exists a large gap between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-E3 (24MP) and Q10 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-E3 (APS-C) and Q10 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm X-E3 was revealed 5 years after the Q10 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the Fujifilm X-E3 grades versus the Q10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-E3 & Pentax Q10. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-E3 Gallery & Pentax Q10 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-E3 offers outside measurements of 121mm x 74mm x 43mm (4.8" x 2.9" x 1.7") and a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) while the Pentax Q10 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).

Analyze the Fujifilm X-E3 and Pentax Q10 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use during that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm X-E3 against the Q10.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-E3 and Q10 is 85 and 92 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes merely by looking at specifications. The pic here should give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-E3 and Q10.

Plainly, both of those cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-E3 with its bigger sensor will make getting shallow DOF easier and the Fujifilm X-E3 will give you extra detail because of its extra 12 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots much more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X-E3 is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.