Pentax Q10 vs Sony HX50V

Its time to take a closer look at the Pentax Q10 vs Sony HX50V, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Pentax and Sony. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the Q10 (12MP) and HX50V (20MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Q10 was introduced 7 months before the HX50V so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Pentax Q10 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX50V being a Compact camera.

Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the Q10 matches up vs the HX50V in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax Q10 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V. The whole galleries are available at Pentax Q10 Gallery and Sony HX50V Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Pentax Q10 provides exterior measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs) while the Sony HX50V has proportions of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs).

Examine the Pentax Q10 vs Sony HX50V in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the Q10 versus the HX50V.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Q10 and HX50V is 92 and 89 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to envision the gap between sensor measurements just by reading a spec sheet. The visual below will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Q10 and HX50V.

As you can see, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Sony HX50V to offer you greater detail using its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The older Q10 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.