Pentax K20D vs Pentax Q10

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Pentax K20D versus Pentax Q10, one being a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are offered by Pentax. There exists a crucial gap between the image resolutions of the K20D (15MP) and Q10 (12MP) and the K20D (APS-C) and Q10 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor dimensions.

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The K20D was launched 5 years earlier than the Q10 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Pentax K20D being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Pentax Q10 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a brief summary of how the K20D matches up vs the Q10 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax K20D and Pentax Q10. The complete galleries are provided at Pentax K20D Gallery and Pentax Q10 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Pentax K20D has got external dimensions of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") along with a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs) and the Pentax Q10 has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Check the Pentax K20D versus Pentax Q10 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the K20D compared to the Q10.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the K20D and Q10 is 59 and 92 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to see the gap between sensor sizing just by looking at specifications. The photograph below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the K20D and Q10.

To sum up, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The K20D because of its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Pentax K20D will give greater detail utilizing its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures far more aggressively. The older K20D is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.