Olympus 6010 vs Pentax Q
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Olympus 6010 vs Pentax Q Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-102mm (F3.5-5.1) lens
- 179g - 95 x 63 x 22mm
- Announced July 2009
- Alternate Name is mju Tough 6010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax Q Mount
- 180g - 98 x 57 x 31mm
- Launched June 2011
- Replacement is Pentax Q10
Olympus 6010 vs Pentax Q Overview
In this article, we are contrasting the Olympus 6010 versus Pentax Q, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the 6010 (12MP) and the Q (12MP) is very comparable and they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe 6010 was unveiled 23 months before the Q making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus 6010 being a Compact camera and the Pentax Q being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before going through a thorough comparison, below is a short highlight of how the 6010 grades vs the Q in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Olympus 6010 vs Pentax Q Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus Tough 6010 & Pentax Q. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus 6010 Gallery & Pentax Q Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus 6010 over the Pentax Q
6010 | Q |
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Reasons to pick Pentax Q over the Olympus 6010
Q | 6010 | |||
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Launched | June 2011 | July 2009 | Fresher by 23 months | |
Manual focus | Dial accurate focus | |||
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus 6010 and Pentax Q
6010 | Q | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither provides Touch friendly display |
Olympus 6010 vs Pentax Q Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Olympus 6010 provides physical dimensions of 95mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Pentax Q has specifications of 98mm x 57mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") along with a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).
Examine the Olympus 6010 versus Pentax Q in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the 6010 compared to the Q.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the 6010 and Q is 94 and 93 respectively.
Olympus 6010 vs Pentax Q Sensor Comparison
Often, it's tough to envision the difference in sensor sizing merely by seeing specs. The visual below might give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 6010 and Q.
As you can plainly see, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution so you can expect comparable quality of images although you will want to take the launch date of the cameras into account. The older 6010 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.
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Olympus 6010 vs Pentax Q Specifications
Olympus Stylus Tough 6010 | Pentax Q | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Pentax |
Model type | Olympus Stylus Tough 6010 | Pentax Q |
Also Known as | mju Tough 6010 | - |
Type | Waterproof | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2009-07-17 | 2011-06-23 |
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 dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 125 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Pentax Q |
Lens zoom range | 28-102mm (3.6x) | - |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.1 | - |
Macro focusing range | 2cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 8 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 1/4s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 5.60 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Trailing-curtain sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | - | 1/2000s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 179g (0.39 lbs) | 180g (0.40 lbs) |
Dimensions | 95 x 63 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 98 x 57 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 47 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 20.2 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.1 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 189 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 230 pictures |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LI-50C | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $0 | $695 |