Olympus 1 vs Pentax Q10

Here is a extensive comparison of the Olympus 1 vs Pentax Q10, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Olympus and Pentax. The resolution of the 1 (12MP) and the Q10 (12MP) is very similar but the 1 (1/1.7") and Q10 (1/2.3") have different sensor sizes.

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The 1 was brought out 15 months later than the Q10 making them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras feature different body design with the Olympus 1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax Q10 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight to a complete comparison, here is a quick overview of how the 1 grades versus the Q10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus 1 and Pentax Q10. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus 1 Gallery and Pentax Q10 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Olympus 1 provides physical dimensions of 116mm x 87mm x 57mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.2") and a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs) and the Pentax Q10 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Check out the Olympus 1 vs Pentax Q10 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the 1 compared to the Q10.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the 1 and Q10 is 79 and 92 respectively.

Often, it's tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reading technical specs. The photograph underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1 and Q10.

As you have seen, both of those cameras come with the identical MP but different sensor sizing. The 1 features the larger sensor which should make obtaining shallow depth of field easier. The more recent 1 should have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.