Panasonic FX580 vs Pentax Q10

Lets take a closer look at the Panasonic FX580 versus Pentax Q10, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the FX580 (12MP) and the Q10 (12MP) is pretty similar and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FX580 was revealed 4 years prior to the Q10 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FX580 being a Compact camera and the Pentax Q10 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple view of how the FX580 scores against the Q10 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 and Pentax Q10. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FX580 Gallery and Pentax Q10 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and size. The Panasonic FX580 comes with outside measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Pentax Q10 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic FX580 versus Pentax Q10 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the FX580 versus the Q10.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FX580 and Q10 is 95 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes only by reading technical specs. The picture underneath will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the FX580 and Q10.

As you have seen, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution so you should expect similar quality of pictures although you may want to take the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged FX580 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.