Olympus 6020 vs Pentax Q10
95 Imaging
36 Features
32 Overall
34
92 Imaging
36 Features
56 Overall
44
Olympus 6020 vs Pentax Q10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 13MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 122g - 95 x 62 x 22mm
- Launched February 2010
- Alternative Name is mju Tough 6020
(Full Review)
Olympus 6020 vs Pentax Q10 Overview
In this article, we will be comparing the Olympus 6020 and Pentax Q10, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the 6020 (13MP) and the Q10 (12MP) is relatively comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe 6020 was unveiled 3 years earlier than the Q10 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus 6020 being a Compact camera and the Pentax Q10 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a short summation of how the 6020 matches up against the Q10 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Olympus 6020 vs Pentax Q10 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus Tough 6020 and Pentax Q10. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus 6020 Gallery and Pentax Q10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus 6020 over the Pentax Q10
6020 | Q10 |
---|
Reasons to pick Pentax Q10 over the Olympus 6020
Q10 | 6020 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Introduced | September 2012 | February 2010 | More modern by 31 months | |
Focus manually | Dial precise focus | |||
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus 6020 and Pentax Q10
6020 | Q10 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither offers Touch screen |
Olympus 6020 vs Pentax Q10 Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry around your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus 6020 offers outer dimensions of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Pentax Q10 has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).
Compare the Olympus 6020 and Pentax Q10 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at the time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the 6020 compared to the Q10.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 6020 and Q10 is 95 and 92 respectively.
Olympus 6020 vs Pentax Q10 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizes only by checking out specifications. The image underneath will help offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 6020 and Q10.
Plainly, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Olympus 6020 to show extra detail having an extra 1MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The more aged 6020 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
Olympus 6020 vs Pentax Q10 Screen and ViewFinder
Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
Street Comparison
Sports Comparison
Travel Comparison
Landscape Comparison
Vlogging Comparison
Olympus 6020 vs Pentax Q10 Specifications
Olympus Stylus Tough 6020 | Pentax Q10 | |
---|---|---|
General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Pentax |
Model | Olympus Stylus Tough 6020 | Pentax Q10 |
Otherwise known as | mju Tough 6020 | - |
Category | Waterproof | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2010-02-02 | 2012-09-10 |
Body design | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | 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 | 13 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Pentax Q |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/3.9-5.9 | - |
Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
Total lenses | - | 8 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Optical (optional) |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1/4s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 7.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Trailing-curtain sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | - | 1/2000s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 122g (0.27 pounds) | 200g (0.44 pounds) |
Dimensions | 95 x 62 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 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 images |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | Li-50B | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $279 | $350 |