Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Pentax Q10
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Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Pentax Q10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 230g - 112 x 67 x 30mm
- Revealed May 2012
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Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Pentax Q10 Overview
Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Olympus TG-1 iHS versus Pentax Q10, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the TG-1 iHS (12MP) and the Q10 (12MP) is pretty close and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The TG-1 iHS was unveiled 4 months before the Q10 and they are of a similar age. Both the cameras have different body design with the Olympus TG-1 iHS being a Compact camera and the Pentax Q10 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick overview of how the TG-1 iHS matches up versus the Q10 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Pentax Q10 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS & Pentax Q10. The full galleries are available at Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery & Pentax Q10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-1 iHS over the Pentax Q10
TG-1 iHS | Q10 | |||
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Screen resolution | 610k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper screen (+150k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax Q10 over the Olympus TG-1 iHS
Q10 | TG-1 iHS | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focus |
Common features in the Olympus TG-1 iHS and Pentax Q10
TG-1 iHS | Q10 | |||
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Revealed | May 2012 | ![]() | September 2012 | Same age |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Pentax Q10 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-1 iHS features outer measurements of 112mm x 67mm x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") and a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Pentax Q10 has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).
Analyze the Olympus TG-1 iHS versus Pentax Q10 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the TG-1 iHS and the Q10.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the TG-1 iHS and Q10 is 91 and 92 respectively.

Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Pentax Q10 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very tough to picture the gap in sensor dimensions only by researching specs. The pic below should provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-1 iHS and Q10.
As you can plainly see, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution and you can expect comparable quality of photographs although you will want to consider the launch date of the cameras into account.

Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Pentax Q10 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Pentax Q10 Specifications
Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS | Pentax Q10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Pentax |
Model type | Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS | Pentax Q10 |
Class | Waterproof | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2012-05-08 | 2012-09-10 |
Physical type | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic VI | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti alias 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 | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 25 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Pentax Q |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | - |
Max aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | - |
Total lenses | - | 8 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 610k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Optical (optional) |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames per sec | 5.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 7.00 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Trailing-curtain sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | - | 1/2000 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | 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 | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 230g (0.51 lb) | 200g (0.44 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 112 x 67 x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") | 102 x 58 x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 49 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 21.1 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.9 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 183 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 photos | 270 photos |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LI90B | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (2 and 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $399 | $350 |