Pentax Q10 vs Ricoh GXR P10 28-300mm F3.5-5.6 VC

Its time to look a bit more closely at the Pentax Q10 vs Ricoh GXR P10 28-300mm F3.5-5.6 VC, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Pentax and Ricoh. The resolution of the Q10 (12MP) and the GXR P10 28-300mm F3.5-5.6 VC (10MP) is pretty similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Q10 was launched 2 years later than the GXR P10 28-300mm F3.5-5.6 VC and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a quick view of how the Q10 grades versus the GXR P10 28-300mm F3.5-5.6 VC with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax Q10 and Ricoh GXR P10 28-300mm F3.5-5.6 VC. The complete galleries are viewable at Pentax Q10 Gallery and Ricoh GXR P10 28-300mm F3.5-5.6 VC Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Pentax Q10 features exterior measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs) and the Ricoh GXR P10 28-300mm F3.5-5.6 VC has dimensions of 114mm x 58mm x 50mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 2.0") having a weight of 367 grams (0.81 lbs).

Analyze the Pentax Q10 vs Ricoh GXR P10 28-300mm F3.5-5.6 VC in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the Q10 against the GXR P10 28-300mm F3.5-5.6 VC.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Q10 and GXR P10 28-300mm F3.5-5.6 VC is 92 and 85 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing just by going over specs. The graphic here might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Q10 and GXR P10 28-300mm F3.5-5.6 VC.

All in all, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Pentax Q10 to offer extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more recent Q10 provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.