Pentax Q vs Ricoh GXR P10 28-300mm F3.5-5.6 VC

Below, we are reviewing the Pentax Q vs Ricoh GXR P10 28-300mm F3.5-5.6 VC, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Pentax and Ricoh. The resolution of the Q (12MP) and the GXR P10 28-300mm F3.5-5.6 VC (10MP) is fairly similar and they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Q was revealed 11 months later than the GXR P10 28-300mm F3.5-5.6 VC which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short summary of how the Q scores versus the GXR P10 28-300mm F3.5-5.6 VC with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax Q and Ricoh GXR P10 28-300mm F3.5-5.6 VC. The full galleries are available at Pentax Q Gallery and Ricoh GXR P10 28-300mm F3.5-5.6 VC Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Pentax Q comes with outside measurements of 98mm x 57mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") with a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Ricoh GXR P10 28-300mm F3.5-5.6 VC has specifications of 114mm x 58mm x 50mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 2.0") having a weight of 367 grams (0.81 lbs).

Look at the Pentax Q vs Ricoh GXR P10 28-300mm F3.5-5.6 VC in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the Q compared to the GXR P10 28-300mm F3.5-5.6 VC.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Q and GXR P10 28-300mm F3.5-5.6 VC is 93 and 85 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements purely by reading technical specs. The photograph below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Q and GXR P10 28-300mm F3.5-5.6 VC.

As you have seen, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should anticipate the Pentax Q to offer greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics much more aggressively. The more modern Q should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.