Olympus E-M1 III vs Pentax Q10
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Olympus E-M1 III vs Pentax Q10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 580g - 134 x 91 x 69mm
- Announced February 2020
- Superseded the Olympus E-M1 II
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Olympus E-M1 III vs Pentax Q10 Overview
Here is a extended analysis of the Olympus E-M1 III vs Pentax Q10, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Olympus and Pentax. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the E-M1 III (20MP) and Q10 (12MP) and the E-M1 III (Four Thirds) and Q10 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor sizes.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe E-M1 III was launched 7 years later than the Q10 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-M1 III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax Q10 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the E-M1 III grades vs the Q10 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Olympus E-M1 III vs Pentax Q10 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark III & Pentax Q10. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus E-M1 III Gallery & Pentax Q10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-M1 III over the Pentax Q10
E-M1 III | Q10 | |||
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Revealed | February 2020 | September 2012 | Fresher by 91 months | |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen | |
Screen resolution | 1037k | 460k | Sharper screen (+577k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax Q10 over the Olympus E-M1 III
Q10 | E-M1 III |
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Common features in the Olympus E-M1 III and Pentax Q10
E-M1 III | Q10 | |||
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Manually focus | More accurate focusing | |||
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen dimensions |
Olympus E-M1 III vs Pentax Q10 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-M1 III has exterior measurements of 134mm x 91mm x 69mm (5.3" x 3.6" x 2.7") and a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs) while the Pentax Q10 has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).
See the Olympus E-M1 III vs Pentax Q10 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the E-M1 III compared to the Q10.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the E-M1 III and Q10 is 67 and 92 respectively.
Olympus E-M1 III vs Pentax Q10 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very difficult to see the difference between sensor sizing purely by reading a spec sheet. The photograph here should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the E-M1 III and Q10.
As you can see, both the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The E-M1 III featuring a bigger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Olympus E-M1 III will deliver more detail utilizing its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively. The newer E-M1 III will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.
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Olympus E-M1 III vs Pentax Q10 Specifications
Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark III | Pentax Q10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Pentax |
Model | Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark III | Pentax Q10 |
Category | Pro Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2020-02-11 | 2012-09-10 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | TruePic IX | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 17.4 x 13mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 226.2mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Min boosted ISO | 64 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 121 | 25 |
Cross focus points | 121 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Micro Four Thirds | Pentax Q |
Number of lenses | 107 | 8 |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 1,037k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Optical (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.74x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/8000s |
Highest silent shutter speed | 1/32000s | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 60.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 7.00 m |
Flash modes | Redeye, Fill-in, Flash Off, Red-eye Slow sync.(1st curtain), Slow sync.(1st curtain), Slow sync.(2nd curtain), Manual | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Trailing-curtain sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/250s | 1/2000s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 4096 x 2160 @ 24p / 237 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 4096x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 580g (1.28 lbs) | 200g (0.44 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 134 x 91 x 69mm (5.3" x 3.6" x 2.7") | 102 x 58 x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 49 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 21.1 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.9 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 183 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 420 photographs | 270 photographs |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BLH-1 | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II on first slot) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Two | 1 |
Cost at launch | $1,800 | $350 |