Pentax I-10 vs Pentax Q

Following is a extended overview of the Pentax I-10 versus Pentax Q, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both created by Pentax. The sensor resolution of the I-10 (12MP) and the Q (12MP) is pretty similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The I-10 was revealed 17 months before the Q which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Pentax I-10 being a Compact camera and the Pentax Q being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summation of how the I-10 grades vs the Q with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax Optio I-10 and Pentax Q. The full galleries are available at Pentax I-10 Gallery and Pentax Q Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Pentax I-10 offers physical measurements of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Pentax Q has measurements of 98mm x 57mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).

Analyze the Pentax I-10 versus Pentax Q in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the I-10 against the Q.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the I-10 and Q is 93 and 93 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizes only by reading technical specs. The pic underneath may give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the I-10 and Q.

As you can tell, both cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same MP therefore you should expect similar quality of pictures although you will want to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged I-10 is going to be behind in sensor tech.