Panasonic LX10 vs Pentax Q10

On this page, we will be reviewing the Panasonic LX10 and Pentax Q10, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the LX10 (20MP) and Q10 (12MP) and the LX10 (1") and Q10 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The LX10 was introduced 4 years later than the Q10 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic LX10 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Pentax Q10 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a simple overview of how the LX10 scores versus the Q10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX10 & Pentax Q10. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic LX10 Gallery & Pentax Q10 Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic LX10 features outer measurements of 106mm x 60mm x 42mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.7") having a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs) whilst the Pentax Q10 has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic LX10 and Pentax Q10 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the LX10 and the Q10.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the LX10 and Q10 is 88 and 92 respectively.

Usually, its difficult to see the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reading through specs. The photograph underneath may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the LX10 and Q10.

All in all, both of those cameras have different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The LX10 using its bigger sensor will make getting bokeh easier and the Panasonic LX10 will give more detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more modern LX10 is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.