Leica M Edition 60 vs Pentax Q10

The following is a thorough review of the Leica M Edition 60 and Pentax Q10, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Leica and Pentax. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the M Edition 60 (24MP) and Q10 (12MP) and the M Edition 60 (Full frame) and Q10 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor dimensions.

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The M Edition 60 was brought out 2 years after the Q10 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the M Edition 60 grades against the Q10 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Leica M Edition 60 and Pentax Q10. The entire galleries are available at Leica M Edition 60 Gallery and Pentax Q10 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Leica M Edition 60 offers outer measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) while the Pentax Q10 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the M Edition 60 against the Q10.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M Edition 60 and Q10 is 74 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to see the difference in sensor dimensions purely by going through specs. The picture underneath will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the M Edition 60 and Q10.

All in all, the two cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The M Edition 60 featuring a bigger sensor will make getting bokeh easier and the Leica M Edition 60 will provide more detail having its extra 12MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The younger M Edition 60 is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.