Olympus SH-2 vs Pentax Q10

Below is a extensive assessment of the Olympus SH-2 versus Pentax Q10, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Pentax. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the SH-2 (16MP) and Q10 (12MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SH-2 was revealed 2 years later than the Q10 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SH-2 being a Compact camera and the Pentax Q10 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the SH-2 matches up against the Q10 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus SH-2 and Pentax Q10. The full galleries are provided at Olympus SH-2 Gallery and Pentax Q10 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus SH-2 features physical measurements of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) and the Pentax Q10 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the SH-2 vs the Q10.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SH-2 and Q10 is 88 and 92 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to imagine the gap in sensor measurements just by going through technical specs. The photograph below will provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SH-2 and Q10.

As you have seen, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should expect to see the Olympus SH-2 to produce greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images far more aggressively. The newer SH-2 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.