Panasonic G3 vs Pentax Q10

On this page, we are matching up the Panasonic G3 versus Pentax Q10, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a substantial gap among the resolutions of the G3 (16MP) and Q10 (12MP) and the G3 (Four Thirds) and Q10 (1/2.3") boast different sensor sizing.

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The G3 was revealed 14 months prior to the Q10 making them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras have different body design with the Panasonic G3 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax Q10 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the G3 grades vs the Q10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3 & Pentax Q10. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic G3 Gallery & Pentax Q10 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic G3 has got outside measurements of 115mm x 84mm x 47mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 1.9") with a weight of 336 grams (0.74 lbs) while 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).

Check the Panasonic G3 versus Pentax Q10 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the G3 compared to the Q10.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G3 and Q10 is 83 and 92 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizing merely by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph underneath may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the G3 and Q10.

Clearly, both of the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The G3 using its larger sensor is going to make getting bokeh simpler and the Panasonic G3 will show extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The older G3 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.