Panasonic LX10 vs Pentax Q

Following is a in-depth review of the Panasonic LX10 and Pentax Q, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a large gap among the sensor resolutions of the LX10 (20MP) and Q (12MP) and the LX10 (1") and Q (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor sizing.

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The LX10 was announced 5 years after the Q which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic LX10 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Pentax Q being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go into a full comparison, here is a concise summation of how the LX10 scores versus the Q in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX10 & Pentax Q. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic LX10 Gallery & Pentax Q Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic LX10 enjoys outer measurements of 106mm x 60mm x 42mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs) whilst the Pentax Q has proportions of 98mm x 57mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic LX10 and Pentax Q in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the LX10 compared to the Q.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the LX10 and Q is 88 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to see the gap in sensor sizes only by looking through technical specs. The image underneath might offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the LX10 and Q.

As you can tell, both of these cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The LX10 with its larger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field simpler and the Panasonic LX10 will render more detail with its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The fresher LX10 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.