Pentax Q10 vs Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5

Following is a in depth assessment of the Pentax Q10 vs Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by companies Pentax and Ricoh. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the Q10 (12MP) and GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 (16MP) and the Q10 (1/2.3") and GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 (APS-C) posses totally different sensor measurements.

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The Q10 was brought out 8 months after the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the Q10 scores vs the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax Q10 and Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5. The entire galleries are provided at Pentax Q10 Gallery and Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Pentax Q10 has exterior dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs) whilst the Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 has proportions of 114mm x 75mm x 93mm (4.5" x 3.0" x 3.7") along with a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax Q10 vs Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the Q10 compared to the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the Q10 and GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 is 92 and 69 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to see the difference in sensor sizes simply by seeing a spec sheet. The image here will give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Q10 and GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5.

As you can see, both of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Q10 because of its smaller sensor will make getting bokeh more difficult and the Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 will produce more detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The younger Q10 will have a benefit in sensor technology.