Pentax Q10 vs Pentax Q7

The following is a detailed overview of the Pentax Q10 and Pentax Q7, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras and they are both built by Pentax. The sensor resolution of the Q10 (12MP) and the Q7 (12MP) is fairly close but the Q10 (1/2.3") and Q7 (1/1.7") boast different sensor sizes.

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The Q10 was announced 11 months earlier than the Q7 so they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the Q10 scores versus the Q7 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax Q10 and Pentax Q7. The whole galleries are available at Pentax Q10 Gallery and Pentax Q7 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera often, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Pentax Q10 provides exterior measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs) and the Pentax Q7 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Contrast the Pentax Q10 and Pentax Q7 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the Q10 vs the Q7.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the Q10 and Q7 is 92 and 92 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions purely by viewing a spec sheet. The picture below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Q10 and Q7.

Clearly, both of those cameras have the same resolution but different sensor dimensions. The Q10 includes the smaller sensor which should make achieving shallow depth of field trickier. The more aged Q10 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.