Panasonic LX100 vs Pentax Q10

Below is a thorough assessment of the Panasonic LX100 versus Pentax Q10, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the LX100 (13MP) and the Q10 (12MP) is relatively close but the LX100 (Four Thirds) and Q10 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor measurements.

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The LX100 was announced 2 years later than the Q10 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic LX100 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Pentax Q10 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the LX100 scores vs the Q10 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 and Pentax Q10. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic LX100 Gallery and Pentax Q10 Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic LX100 comes with external measurements of 115mm x 66mm x 55mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 2.2") having a weight of 393 grams (0.87 lbs) while the Pentax Q10 has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic LX100 versus Pentax Q10 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the LX100 versus the Q10.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the LX100 and Q10 is 83 and 92 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to see the gap in sensor measurements purely by looking through specifications. The photograph here should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the LX100 and Q10.

To sum up, both the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The LX100 with its bigger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic LX100 will result in extra detail with its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs more aggressively. The newer LX100 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.