Olympus FE-3010 vs Pentax Q10

Here, we will be evaluating the Olympus FE-3010 versus Pentax Q10, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Olympus and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the FE-3010 (12MP) and the Q10 (12MP) is relatively similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FE-3010 was brought out 4 years before the Q10 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus FE-3010 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax Q10 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the FE-3010 grades versus the Q10 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus FE-3010 and Pentax Q10. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus FE-3010 Gallery and Pentax Q10 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus FE-3010 provides outside measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 108 grams (0.24 lbs) while the Pentax Q10 has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Look at the Olympus FE-3010 versus Pentax Q10 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the FE-3010 against the Q10.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the FE-3010 and Q10 is 97 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to envision the gap between sensor sizes only by reviewing specs. The image below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the FE-3010 and Q10.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels and you should expect similar quality of files however you should take the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged FE-3010 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.