Panasonic G10 vs Pentax Q

Its time to take a deeper look at the Panasonic G10 and Pentax Q, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the G10 (12MP) and the Q (12MP) is pretty similar but the G10 (Four Thirds) and Q (1/2.3") have totally different sensor sizing.

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The G10 was released 10 months prior to the Q which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic G10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax Q being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the G10 matches up versus the Q with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G10 and Pentax Q. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic G10 Gallery and Pentax Q Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic G10 enjoys outside dimensions of 124mm x 90mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 2.9") having a weight of 388 grams (0.86 lbs) whilst the Pentax Q has sizing of 98mm x 57mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") having a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic G10 and Pentax Q in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the G10 compared to the Q.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the G10 and Q is 72 and 93 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to see the difference between sensor dimensions only by reading technical specs. The pic here may provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the G10 and Q.

As you can tell, both of the cameras feature the identical resolution albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The G10 contains the bigger sensor which will make getting shallower DOF simpler. The more aged G10 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.