Pentax K-x vs Pentax Q10

Here, we are analyzing the Pentax K-x and Pentax Q10, one being a Entry-Level DSLR and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are designed by Pentax. The resolution of the K-x (12MP) and the Q10 (12MP) is fairly comparable but the K-x (APS-C) and Q10 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor measurements.

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The K-x was unveiled 3 years before the Q10 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Pentax K-x being a Compact SLR camera and the Pentax Q10 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the K-x matches up against the Q10 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax K-x and Pentax Q10. The full galleries are provided at Pentax K-x Gallery and Pentax Q10 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Pentax K-x provides outside dimensions of 123mm x 92mm x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") having a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs) whilst 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).

See the Pentax K-x and Pentax Q10 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the K-x vs the Q10.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the K-x and Q10 is 69 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizing only by checking out technical specs. The photograph underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the K-x and Q10.

As you can tell, each of the cameras come with the identical resolution but not the same sensor sizing. The K-x has got the larger sensor which will make getting shallow depth of field simpler. The older K-x will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.