Panasonic G6 vs Pentax Q10

In this article, we are looking at the Panasonic G6 versus Pentax Q10, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a considerable gap among the resolutions of the G6 (16MP) and Q10 (12MP) and the G6 (Four Thirds) and Q10 (1/2.3") possess different sensor size.

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The G6 was manufactured 8 months after the Q10 so they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic G6 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax Q10 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the G6 matches up vs the Q10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 & Pentax Q10. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic G6 Gallery & Pentax Q10 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic G6 has outside measurements of 122mm x 85mm x 71mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.8") along with a weight of 390 grams (0.86 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).

Take a look at the Panasonic G6 versus Pentax Q10 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the G6 versus the Q10.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G6 and Q10 is 74 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes just by looking through technical specs. The picture below should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the G6 and Q10.

As you can tell, each of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The G6 due to its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Panasonic G6 will result in more detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images a little more aggressively. The more modern G6 should have an edge in sensor innovation.