Fujifilm X-T10 vs Pentax Q
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Fujifilm X-T10 vs Pentax Q Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 51000
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 381g - 118 x 83 x 41mm
- Introduced May 2015
- New Model is Fujifilm X-T20
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax Q Mount
- 180g - 98 x 57 x 31mm
- Introduced June 2011
- Renewed by Pentax Q10

Fujifilm X-T10 vs Pentax Q Overview
Let's examine more closely at the Fujifilm X-T10 vs Pentax Q, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Pentax. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T10 (16MP) and Q (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-T10 (APS-C) and Q (1/2.3") come with different sensor measurements.

The Fujifilm X-T10 was revealed 3 years later than the Q and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm X-T10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax Q being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-T10 scores versus the Q for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Fujifilm X-T10 vs Pentax Q Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-T10 and Pentax Q. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-T10 Gallery and Pentax Q Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T10 over the Pentax Q
Fujifilm X-T10 | Q | |||
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Introduced | May 2015 | ![]() | June 2011 | More recent by 48 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper screen (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax Q over the Fujifilm X-T10
Q | Fujifilm X-T10 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-T10 and Pentax Q
Fujifilm X-T10 | Q | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm X-T10 vs Pentax Q Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-T10 provides exterior dimensions of 118mm x 83mm x 41mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.6") having a weight of 381 grams (0.84 lbs) while the Pentax Q has specifications of 98mm x 57mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") and a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).
Compare the Fujifilm X-T10 vs Pentax Q in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm X-T10 compared to the Q.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-T10 and Q is 83 and 93 respectively.

Fujifilm X-T10 vs Pentax Q Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very tough to imagine the gap between sensor measurements only by checking specs. The visual below will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-T10 and Q.
All in all, both of these cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-T10 using its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Fujifilm X-T10 will give you extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X-T10 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.

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Fujifilm X-T10 vs Pentax Q Specifications
Fujifilm X-T10 | Pentax Q | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Pentax |
Model type | Fujifilm X-T10 | Pentax Q |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2015-05-19 | 2011-06-23 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | EXR Processor II | - |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS II | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 368.2mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 51000 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 77 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Fujifilm X | Pentax Q |
Number of lenses | 54 | 8 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 920k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Highest quiet shutter speed | 1/32000 seconds | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 8.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m (ISO 100) | 5.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, forced flash, slow synchro, flash off, rear-curtain synchro, commander | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Trailing-curtain sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | - | 1/2000 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p, 24p) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 381 grams (0.84 lbs) | 180 grams (0.40 lbs) |
Dimensions | 118 x 83 x 41mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.6") | 98 x 57 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 47 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 20.2 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.1 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 189 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 photographs | 230 photographs |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-W126 | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (10sec. / 2sec. Delay) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-I) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $800 | $695 |