Pentax Q10 vs Sony W570

In this write-up, we are matching up the Pentax Q10 and Sony W570, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Pentax and Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the Q10 (12MP) and W570 (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Q10 was released 21 months later than the W570 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. The two cameras offer different body type with the Pentax Q10 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony W570 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving in to a complete comparison, below is a simple view of how the Q10 matches up vs the W570 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax Q10 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W570. The complete galleries are available at Pentax Q10 Gallery and Sony W570 Gallery.

If you are looking to lug around your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The Pentax Q10 has outside measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs) whilst the Sony W570 has sizing of 91mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") along with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax Q10 and Sony W570 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the Q10 compared to the W570.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Q10 and W570 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to see the contrast between sensor measurements just by looking at specifications. The visual here will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Q10 and W570.

To sum up, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony W570 to give you greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos far more aggressively. The more modern Q10 will have an edge in sensor technology.