Pentax Q10 vs Sony QX10
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Pentax Q10 vs Sony QX10 Key Specs
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- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- " Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1440 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 105g - 62 x 62 x 33mm
- Announced September 2013
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Here, we will be contrasting the Pentax Q10 vs Sony QX10, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Lens-style by companies Pentax and Sony. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the Q10 (12MP) and QX10 (18MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe Q10 was manufactured 11 months earlier than the QX10 and they are of a similar age. Both cameras feature different body design with the Pentax Q10 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony QX10 being a Lens-style camera.
Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a quick view of how the Q10 matches up against the QX10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax Q10 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX10. The entire galleries are viewable at Pentax Q10 Gallery & Sony QX10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax Q10 over the Sony QX10
| Q10 | QX10 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Very precise focusing | ||
| Screen size | 3" |  | " | Bigger screen (+3") |
| Screen resolution | 460k |  | 0k | Clearer screen (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony QX10 over the Pentax Q10
| QX10 | Q10 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | September 2013 |  | September 2012 | More modern by 11 months |
| Touch friendly screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Pentax Q10 and Sony QX10
| Q10 | QX10 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither features selfie screen |
Pentax Q10 vs Sony QX10 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry around your camera, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Pentax Q10 enjoys exterior dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs) while the Sony QX10 has dimensions of 62mm x 62mm x 33mm (2.4" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 105 grams (0.23 lbs).
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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose at that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the Q10 against the QX10.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Q10 and QX10 is 92 and 96 respectively.
Pentax Q10 vs Sony QX10 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizes only by reviewing specs. The image below will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Q10 and QX10.
All in all, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Sony QX10 to offer greater detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged Q10 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.
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Pentax Q10 vs Sony QX10 Specifications
| Pentax Q10 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX10 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Pentax | Sony |
| Model | Pentax Q10 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX10 |
| Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Lens-style |
| Revealed | 2012-09-10 | 2013-09-04 |
| Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Lens-style |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 18 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4896 x 3672 |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Number of focus points | 25 | - |
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | Pentax Q | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | - | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
| Max aperture | - | f/3.3-5.9 |
| Macro focus distance | - | 5cm |
| Amount of lenses | 8 | - |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 3 inch | - |
| Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dots | 0 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Screen tech | TFT Color LCD | Depends on connected smartphone |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Optical (optional) | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 4 seconds |
| Max shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
| Continuous shutter rate | 5.0 frames/s | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 7.00 m | no built-in flash |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Trailing-curtain sync | None |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Max flash synchronize | 1/2000 seconds | - |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1440 x 1080 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1440x1080 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4 |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 200 grams (0.44 pounds) | 105 grams (0.23 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 102 x 58 x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 62 x 62 x 33mm (2.4" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | 49 | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | 21.1 | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | 10.9 | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | 183 | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 270 photos | 220 photos |
| Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | D-LI68 | NP-BN, |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2, 10 secs) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC, Memory Stick Micro |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Price at release | $350 | $250 |