Pentax Q10 vs Sony A500

Below, we will be analyzing the Pentax Q10 vs Sony A500, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Pentax and Sony. The image resolution of the Q10 (12MP) and the A500 (12MP) is relatively similar but the Q10 (1/2.3") and A500 (APS-C) come with totally different sensor size.

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The Q10 was unveiled 3 years later than the A500 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Pentax Q10 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A500 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a short introduction of how the Q10 scores versus the A500 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax Q10 & Sony Alpha DSLR-A500. The full galleries are provided at Pentax Q10 Gallery & Sony A500 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Pentax Q10 comes with 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) while the Sony A500 has proportions of 137mm x 104mm x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") along with a weight of 630 grams (1.39 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the Q10 versus the A500.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Q10 and A500 is 92 and 63 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to see the contrast between sensor sizing only by going over a spec sheet. The visual here should offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Q10 and A500.

Clearly, both of those cameras posses the exact same MP albeit not the same sensor sizing. The Q10 has got the tinier sensor which will make obtaining shallower DOF more difficult. The more modern Q10 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.