Leica T Type 701 vs Pentax Q10

On this page, we will be reviewing the Leica T Type 701 versus Pentax Q10, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Leica and Pentax. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the T Type 701 (16MP) and Q10 (12MP) and the T Type 701 (APS-C) and Q10 (1/2.3") boast different sensor sizing.

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The T Type 701 was brought out 20 months later than the Q10 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going straight to a full comparison, here is a concise summary of how the T Type 701 scores against the Q10 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Leica T Typ 701 and Pentax Q10. The entire galleries are available at Leica T Type 701 Gallery and Pentax Q10 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera, you need to consider its weight and size. The Leica T Type 701 provides outer dimensions of 134mm x 69mm x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") along with a weight of 384 grams (0.85 lbs) and the Pentax Q10 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Check the Leica T Type 701 versus Pentax Q10 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the T Type 701 versus the Q10.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the T Type 701 and Q10 is 85 and 92 respectively.

Usually, its difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizing simply by looking through a spec sheet. The visual underneath may provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the T Type 701 and Q10.

As you can see, both the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The T Type 701 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh simpler and the Leica T Type 701 will render extra detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more modern T Type 701 should have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.