Olympus 7010 vs Pentax Q10
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Olympus 7010 vs Pentax Q10 Key Specs
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- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-196mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 145g - 98 x 56 x 26mm
- Launched July 2009
- Additionally referred to as mju 7010
(Full Review)
Olympus 7010 vs Pentax Q10 Overview
On this page, we are reviewing the Olympus 7010 and Pentax Q10, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the 7010 (12MP) and the Q10 (12MP) is fairly similar and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe 7010 was announced 4 years prior to the Q10 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus 7010 being a Compact camera and the Pentax Q10 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the 7010 scores versus the Q10 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Olympus 7010 vs Pentax Q10 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus 7010 & Pentax Q10. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus 7010 Gallery & Pentax Q10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus 7010 over the Pentax Q10
7010 | Q10 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax Q10 over the Olympus 7010
Q10 | 7010 | |||
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Announced | September 2012 | July 2009 | Newer by 38 months | |
Manual focus | More precise focus | |||
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus 7010 and Pentax Q10
7010 | Q10 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither comes with Touch friendly display |
Olympus 7010 vs Pentax Q10 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus 7010 comes with outer measurements of 98mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Pentax Q10 has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).
Examine the Olympus 7010 and Pentax Q10 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is a front view scale comparison of the 7010 versus the Q10.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 7010 and Q10 is 94 and 92 respectively.
Olympus 7010 vs Pentax Q10 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's difficult to see the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by going over a spec sheet. The pic below should give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the 7010 and Q10.
Clearly, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution so you can expect similar quality of files but you have to take the age of the products into consideration. The more aged 7010 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.
Olympus 7010 vs Pentax Q10 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus 7010 vs Pentax Q10 Specifications
Olympus Stylus 7010 | Pentax Q10 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Olympus | Pentax |
Model | Olympus Stylus 7010 | Pentax Q10 |
Also called | mju 7010 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2009-07-22 | 2012-09-10 |
Physical type | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | TruePic III | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Pentax Q |
Lens focal range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | - |
Max aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | - |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 8 |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Optical (optional) |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 5.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.80 m | 7.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Trailing-curtain sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | - | 1/2000s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 145 gr (0.32 lbs) | 200 gr (0.44 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 56 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 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 | - | 270 shots |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LI-42B | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $200 | $350 |