Olympus XZ-1 vs Pentax Q10

Here, we are contrasting the Olympus XZ-1 vs Pentax Q10, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the XZ-1 (10MP) and the Q10 (12MP) is fairly similar but the XZ-1 (1/1.63") and Q10 (1/2.3") posses different sensor size.

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The XZ-1 was unveiled 19 months prior to the Q10 making them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras feature different body design with the Olympus XZ-1 being a Compact camera and the Pentax Q10 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving right into a thorough comparison, here is a short view of how the XZ-1 scores vs the Q10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus XZ-1 & Pentax Q10. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus XZ-1 Gallery & Pentax Q10 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Olympus XZ-1 offers external measurements of 111mm x 65mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.7") having a weight of 275 grams (0.61 lbs) whilst the Pentax Q10 has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Examine the Olympus XZ-1 vs Pentax Q10 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the XZ-1 against the Q10.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the XZ-1 and Q10 is 88 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizing simply by reviewing specifications. The photograph here should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the XZ-1 and Q10.

To sum up, both of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The XZ-1 using its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Pentax Q10 will deliver more detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics way more aggressively. The older XZ-1 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.