Olympus E-620 vs Pentax Q10

In this article, we are matching up the Olympus E-620 vs Pentax Q10, one being a Entry-Level DSLR and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Olympus and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the E-620 (12MP) and the Q10 (12MP) is very comparable but the E-620 (Four Thirds) and Q10 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor size.

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The E-620 was introduced 4 years prior to the Q10 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-620 being a Compact SLR camera and the Pentax Q10 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a short summation of how the E-620 grades against the Q10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus E-620 and Pentax Q10. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus E-620 Gallery and Pentax Q10 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus E-620 has got external measurements of 130mm x 94mm x 60mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.4") and a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs) and the Pentax Q10 has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus E-620 vs Pentax Q10 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the E-620 compared to the Q10.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-620 and Q10 is 71 and 92 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing purely by checking out a spec sheet. The graphic here will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the E-620 and Q10.

Clearly, the 2 cameras offer the same exact megapixel count but different sensor sizing. The E-620 comes with the larger sensor which should make obtaining shallow depth of field easier. The older E-620 will be behind in sensor innovation.