Olympus 6020 vs Pentax Q

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Olympus 6020 and Pentax Q, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Olympus and Pentax. The resolution of the 6020 (13MP) and the Q (12MP) is pretty similar and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The 6020 was introduced 16 months earlier than the Q which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus 6020 being a Compact camera and the Pentax Q being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving in to a full comparison, below is a quick overview of how the 6020 matches up against the Q in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus Tough 6020 and Pentax Q. The whole galleries are available at Olympus 6020 Gallery and Pentax Q Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera, you will have to think about its weight and volume. The Olympus 6020 features external dimensions of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Pentax Q has sizing of 98mm x 57mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the 6020 against the Q.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 6020 and Q is 95 and 93 respectively.

Typically, its hard to visualize the difference between sensor measurements purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the 6020 and Q.

As you can see, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should expect the Olympus 6020 to offer you greater detail using its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The older 6020 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.