Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Pentax Q10

Below is a extended assessment of the Fujifilm X-T1 IR and Pentax Q10, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands FujiFilm and Pentax. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T1 IR (16MP) and Q10 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-T1 IR (APS-C) and Q10 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm X-T1 IR was introduced 2 years later than the Q10 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm X-T1 IR being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax Q10 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight to a full comparison, here is a brief overview of how the Fujifilm X-T1 IR matches up vs the Q10 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-T1 IR & Pentax Q10. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-T1 IR Gallery & Pentax Q10 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-T1 IR has got physical dimensions of 129mm x 90mm x 47mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 1.9") and a weight of 440 grams (0.97 lbs) whilst 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).

Contrast the Fujifilm X-T1 IR and Pentax Q10 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm X-T1 IR compared to the Q10.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-T1 IR and Q10 is 79 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to envision the difference between sensor measurements simply by reviewing specifications. The graphic underneath will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-T1 IR and Q10.

Plainly, both cameras have different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-T1 IR using its bigger sensor will make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Fujifilm X-T1 IR will offer extra detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X-T1 IR will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.