Olympus E-M1X vs Pentax Q10

Below, we are analyzing the Olympus E-M1X vs Pentax Q10, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Olympus and Pentax. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the E-M1X (20MP) and Q10 (12MP) and the E-M1X (Four Thirds) and Q10 (1/2.3") use different sensor measurements.

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The E-M1X was introduced 6 years later than the Q10 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus E-M1X being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax Q10 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the E-M1X matches up versus the Q10 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus OM-D E-M1X and Pentax Q10. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus E-M1X Gallery and Pentax Q10 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-M1X features outer measurements of 144mm x 147mm x 75mm (5.7" x 5.8" x 3.0") with a weight of 997 grams (2.20 lbs) whilst the Pentax Q10 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Examine the Olympus E-M1X vs Pentax Q10 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the E-M1X against the Q10.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the E-M1X and Q10 is 54 and 92 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to imagine the difference in sensor measurements simply by going through specifications. The photograph below will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the E-M1X and Q10.

To sum up, both cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The E-M1X with its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF easier and the Olympus E-M1X will provide more detail using its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The younger E-M1X should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.