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Pentax Q10 vs Sony ZV-E1

Portability
92
Imaging
36
Features
56
Overall
44
Pentax Q10 front
 
Sony ZV-E1 front
Portability
80
Imaging
67
Features
89
Overall
75

Pentax Q10 vs Sony ZV-E1 Key Specs

Pentax Q10
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Sensor based Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Pentax Q Mount
  • 200g - 102 x 58 x 34mm
  • Launched September 2012
  • Old Model is Pentax Q
  • Replacement is Pentax Q7
Sony ZV-E1
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.00" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 80 - 102400 (Expand to 409600)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 3840 x 1920 video
  • Sony E Mount
  • 483g - 121 x 72 x 54mm
  • Released March 2023
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Pentax Q10 vs Sony ZV-E1 Overview

Here, we will be contrasting the Pentax Q10 and Sony ZV-E1, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors Pentax and Sony. The resolution of the Q10 (12MP) and the ZV-E1 (12MP) is pretty close but the Q10 (1/2.3") and ZV-E1 (Full frame) provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The Q10 was revealed 11 years before the ZV-E1 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple overview of how the Q10 grades against the ZV-E1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Pentax Q10 over the Sony ZV-E1

 Q10 ZV-E1 

Reasons to pick Sony ZV-E1 over the Pentax Q10

 ZV-E1 Q10 
ReleasedMarch 2023September 2012Fresher by 128 months
Screen typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating screen
Screen resolution1037k460kCrisper screen (+577k dot)
Selfie screen Take selfies
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Pentax Q10 and Sony ZV-E1

 Q10 ZV-E1 
Manual focus Dial exact focus
Screen size3"3.00"Same screen dimensions

Pentax Q10 vs Sony ZV-E1 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Pentax Q10 has got external measurements 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 ZV-E1 has proportions of 121mm x 72mm x 54mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.1") having a weight of 483 grams (1.06 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the Q10 versus the ZV-E1.

Pentax Q10 vs Sony ZV-E1 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Q10 and ZV-E1 is 92 and 80 respectively.

Pentax Q10 vs Sony ZV-E1 top view buttons comparison

Pentax Q10 vs Sony ZV-E1 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it can be tough to envision the difference in sensor sizing purely by researching a spec sheet. The graphic below may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Q10 and ZV-E1.

As you can see, the two cameras come with the identical megapixel count albeit not the same sensor sizing. The Q10 features the smaller sensor which should make achieving shallower depth of field trickier. The older Q10 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.

Pentax Q10 vs Sony ZV-E1 sensor size comparison

Pentax Q10 vs Sony ZV-E1 Screen and ViewFinder

Pentax Q10 vs Sony ZV-E1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Pentax Q10 Portrait photography information
Sony ZV-E1 Portrait photography information
48
focusing manually
high flash sync speed (1/2,000 seconds)
offers face detect autofocus
saves RAW formats
low MP (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
72
focusing manually
great sensor size (Full frame)
provides face detection autofocus
saves RAW files
low MP (12 megapixels)
Photography Glossary

Street Comparison

Street photography with Pentax Q10
Street photography with Sony ZV-E1
68
image stabilization (Sensor based)
saves RAW formats
lighter than average in class (200 grams)
no moving screen
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
84
screen can move to multiple angles
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
great sensor size (Full frame)
saves RAW files
provides focus by touch
weather proof
lighter than competitors in class (483g)
very good high ISO (102,400)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Pentax Q10
Sports photography with Sony ZV-E1
36
great max shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
image stabilization (Sensor based)
offers tracking focus
max frames per second very slow (5.0 frames per second)
low MP (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
bad battery (270 CIPA)
has no phase detect autofocus
72
silent shooting (1/8,000 seconds)
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
great sensor size (Full frame)
provides tracking autofocus
weather proof
better than average battery (570 shots)
comes with phase detect autofocus
low max shutter speed