Pentax K-r vs Pentax Q10

Below, we will be contrasting the Pentax K-r vs Pentax Q10, one being a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are built by Pentax. The sensor resolution of the K-r (12MP) and the Q10 (12MP) is pretty similar but the K-r (APS-C) and Q10 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor sizing.

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The K-r was introduced 18 months before the Q10 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Pentax K-r being a Compact SLR camera and the Pentax Q10 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going in to a complete comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the K-r matches up versus the Q10 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax K-r and Pentax Q10. The whole galleries are available at Pentax K-r Gallery and Pentax Q10 Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Pentax K-r has got outside measurements of 125mm x 97mm x 68mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.7") along with a weight of 598 grams (1.32 lbs) while the Pentax Q10 has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax K-r vs Pentax Q10 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at the time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the K-r versus the Q10.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the K-r and Q10 is 67 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to see the contrast between sensor measurements only by reviewing specifications. The graphic underneath will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the K-r and Q10.

To sum up, each of these cameras have got the exact same resolution albeit not the same sensor measurements. The K-r comes with the bigger sensor which should make obtaining shallow DOF simpler. The older K-r is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.