Olympus E-410 vs Pentax Q

In this write-up, we are matching up the Olympus E-410 versus Pentax Q, former is a Entry-Level DSLR while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Pentax. The resolution of the E-410 (10MP) and the Q (12MP) is fairly similar but the E-410 (Four Thirds) and Q (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor sizing.

Photography Glossary

The E-410 was revealed 5 years prior to the Q which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-410 being a Compact SLR camera and the Pentax Q being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going through a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the E-410 matches up against the Q with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus E-410 & Pentax Q. The full galleries are available at Olympus E-410 Gallery & Pentax Q Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-410 enjoys exterior measurements of 130mm x 91mm x 53mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.1") and a weight of 435 grams (0.96 lbs) and the Pentax Q has dimensions of 98mm x 57mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") with a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).

Compare the Olympus E-410 versus Pentax Q in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose at that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the E-410 against the Q.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the E-410 and Q is 77 and 93 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes only by reviewing specs. The image here may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the E-410 and Q.

All in all, both of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The E-410 having a larger sensor will make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Pentax Q will offer you extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged E-410 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.