Olympus E-410 vs Pentax Q10

Here, we will be matching up the Olympus E-410 vs Pentax Q10, former is a Entry-Level DSLR while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the E-410 (10MP) and the Q10 (12MP) is pretty well matched but the E-410 (Four Thirds) and Q10 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor sizing.

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The E-410 was released 6 years earlier than the Q10 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-410 being a Compact SLR camera and the Pentax Q10 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summary of how the E-410 scores vs the Q10 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus E-410 & Pentax Q10. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus E-410 Gallery & Pentax Q10 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus E-410 has outside dimensions of 130mm x 91mm x 53mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.1") with a weight of 435 grams (0.96 lbs) whilst the Pentax Q10 has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus E-410 vs Pentax Q10 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at the time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the E-410 and the Q10.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the E-410 and Q10 is 77 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizes simply by looking at technical specs. The picture underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the E-410 and Q10.

As you can tell, each of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The E-410 featuring a bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field simpler and the Pentax Q10 will give you greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged E-410 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.