Olympus FE-5010 vs Pentax Q

In this write-up, we are reviewing the Olympus FE-5010 and Pentax Q, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Olympus and Pentax. The resolution of the FE-5010 (12MP) and the Q (12MP) is fairly well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FE-5010 was released 3 years prior to the Q which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Olympus FE-5010 being a Compact camera and the Pentax Q being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the FE-5010 scores against the Q in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus FE-5010 & Pentax Q. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus FE-5010 Gallery & Pentax Q Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus FE-5010 has got outside measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Pentax Q has measurements of 98mm x 57mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") having a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the FE-5010 vs the Q.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the FE-5010 and Q is 96 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes merely by looking at a spec sheet. The image below will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the FE-5010 and Q.

As you can see, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution so you can expect similar quality of pictures though you will want to take the age of the products into consideration. The more aged FE-5010 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.