Pentax K-1 vs Pentax Q10
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Pentax K-1 vs Pentax Q10 Key Specs
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- 36MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 204800
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 1010g - 137 x 110 x 86mm
- Launched February 2016
- New Model is Pentax K-1 II
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Pentax K-1 vs Pentax Q10 Overview
Following is a thorough review of the Pentax K-1 and Pentax Q10, one is a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are sold by Pentax. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the K-1 (36MP) and Q10 (12MP) and the K-1 (Full frame) and Q10 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor size.
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe K-1 was manufactured 3 years after the Q10 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Pentax K-1 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Pentax Q10 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the K-1 matches up versus the Q10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Pentax K-1 vs Pentax Q10 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax K-1 and Pentax Q10. The entire galleries are available at Pentax K-1 Gallery and Pentax Q10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax K-1 over the Pentax Q10
K-1 | Q10 | |||
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Released | February 2016 | September 2012 | More modern by 42 months | |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen | |
Screen size | 3.2" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Screen resolution | 1037k | 460k | Sharper screen (+577k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax Q10 over the Pentax K-1
Q10 | K-1 |
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Common features in the Pentax K-1 and Pentax Q10
K-1 | Q10 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial exact focusing | |||
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Absent Touch screen |
Pentax K-1 vs Pentax Q10 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Pentax K-1 comes with outer dimensions of 137mm x 110mm x 86mm (5.4" x 4.3" x 3.4") accompanied by a weight of 1010 grams (2.23 lbs) and the Pentax Q10 has specifications 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 Pentax K-1 and Pentax Q10 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the K-1 compared to the Q10.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the K-1 and Q10 is 55 and 92 respectively.
Pentax K-1 vs Pentax Q10 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its tough to envision the difference between sensor sizes just by going over specifications. The picture below might give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the K-1 and Q10.
To sum up, both cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The K-1 due to its bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Pentax K-1 will deliver greater detail due to its extra 24 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The fresher K-1 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Pentax K-1 vs Pentax Q10 Specifications
Pentax K-1 | Pentax Q10 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Pentax | Pentax |
Model | Pentax K-1 | Pentax Q10 |
Type | Advanced DSLR | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2016-02-17 | 2012-09-10 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 35.9 x 24mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 861.6mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 36MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 7360 x 4912 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 204800 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 33 | 25 |
Cross focus points | 25 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Pentax KAF2 | Pentax Q |
Number of lenses | 151 | 8 |
Crop factor | 1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3.2 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 1,037k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (optional) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.4 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 7.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto Flash Discharge, Auto Flash + Red-eye Reduction, Flash On, Flash On + Red-eye Reduction, Slow-speed Sync, Slow-speed Sync + Red-eye, P-TTL, Trailing Curtain Sync, Contrast-control-sync, High-speed sync, Wireless sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Trailing-curtain sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/200 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Built-in | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 1010 gr (2.23 lbs) | 200 gr (0.44 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 137 x 110 x 86mm (5.4" x 4.3" x 3.4") | 102 x 58 x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 96 | 49 |
DXO Color Depth score | 25.4 | 21.1 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 14.6 | 10.9 |
DXO Low light score | 3280 | 183 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 760 images | 270 images |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | D-LI90 | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 2 | One |
Pricing at release | $1,499 | $350 |