Leica M-E Typ 220 vs Pentax Q10
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Leica M-E Typ 220 vs Pentax Q10 Key Specs
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- 18MP - Full frame Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 2500
- No Video
- Leica M Mount
- 585g - 139 x 80 x 37mm
- Revealed September 2012
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Leica M-E Typ 220 vs Pentax Q10 Overview
Lets look a little more in depth at the Leica M-E Typ 220 and Pentax Q10, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Leica and Pentax. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the M-E Typ 220 (18MP) and Q10 (12MP) and the M-E Typ 220 (Full frame) and Q10 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor dimensions.

The M-E Typ 220 was launched at a similar time to the Q10 and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the M-E Typ 220 scores against the Q10 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Leica M-E Typ 220 vs Pentax Q10 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica M-E Typ 220 and Pentax Q10. The complete galleries are viewable at Leica M-E Typ 220 Gallery and Pentax Q10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica M-E Typ 220 over the Pentax Q10
M-E Typ 220 | Q10 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax Q10 over the Leica M-E Typ 220
Q10 | M-E Typ 220 | |||
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Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Leica M-E Typ 220 and Pentax Q10
M-E Typ 220 | Q10 | |||
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Introduced | September 2012 | ![]() | September 2012 | Same generation |
Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Absent Touch display |
Leica M-E Typ 220 vs Pentax Q10 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry around your camera often, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Leica M-E Typ 220 provides exterior measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") having a weight of 585 grams (1.29 lbs) and the Pentax Q10 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).
Analyze the Leica M-E Typ 220 and Pentax Q10 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the M-E Typ 220 vs the Q10.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the M-E Typ 220 and Q10 is 79 and 92 respectively.

Leica M-E Typ 220 vs Pentax Q10 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's hard to see the difference in sensor sizes simply by going through specifications. The picture underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the M-E Typ 220 and Q10.
To sum up, each of the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The M-E Typ 220 featuring a larger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Leica M-E Typ 220 will provide more detail utilizing its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos much more aggressively.

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Leica M-E Typ 220 vs Pentax Q10 Specifications
Leica M-E Typ 220 | Pentax Q10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Leica | Pentax |
Model type | Leica M-E Typ 220 | Pentax Q10 |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2012-09-17 | 2012-09-10 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 36 x 24mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 864.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5212 x 3472 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 2500 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Leica M | Pentax Q |
Available lenses | 59 | 8 |
Crop factor | 1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.5 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (rangefinder) | Optical (optional) |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.68x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 7.00 m |
Flash options | Front Curtain, Rear Curtain, Slow sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Trailing-curtain sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/180 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | None | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 585 gr (1.29 pounds) | 200 gr (0.44 pounds) |
Dimensions | 139 x 80 x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") | 102 x 58 x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 69 | 49 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.7 | 21.1 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.7 | 10.9 |
DXO Low light rating | 787 | 183 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 270 pictures |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $0 | $350 |