Pentax E70 vs Pentax Q10

Following is a in-depth overview of the Pentax E70 vs Pentax Q10, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both built by Pentax. The sensor resolution of the E70 (10MP) and the Q10 (12MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The E70 was introduced 4 years prior to the Q10 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Pentax E70 being a Compact camera and the Pentax Q10 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the E70 grades versus the Q10 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax Optio E70 and Pentax Q10. The whole galleries are available at Pentax E70 Gallery and Pentax Q10 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The Pentax E70 features outside measurements of 94mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.0") with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Pentax Q10 has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Analyze the Pentax E70 vs Pentax Q10 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the E70 versus the Q10.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the E70 and Q10 is 94 and 92 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to see the gap in sensor sizes only by checking out a spec sheet. The image underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the E70 and Q10.

Clearly, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Pentax Q10 to show more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged E70 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.