Pentax Q10 vs Sony ZV-E10

Following is a extensive analysis of the Pentax Q10 vs Sony ZV-E10, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Pentax and Sony. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the Q10 (12MP) and ZV-E10 (24MP) and the Q10 (1/2.3") and ZV-E10 (APS-C) possess different sensor size.

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The Q10 was launched 10 years prior to the ZV-E10 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the Q10 grades vs the ZV-E10 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax Q10 and Sony ZV-E10. The complete galleries are provided at Pentax Q10 Gallery and Sony ZV-E10 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Pentax Q10 has got outside 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 ZV-E10 has proportions of 115mm x 64mm x 45mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.8") and a weight of 343 grams (0.76 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax Q10 vs Sony ZV-E10 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the Q10 compared to the ZV-E10.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Q10 and ZV-E10 is 92 and 86 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to picture the difference between sensor sizes purely by reading a spec sheet. The picture here will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Q10 and ZV-E10.

Clearly, both the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Q10 due to its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Sony ZV-E10 will offer extra detail utilizing its extra 12MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos far more aggressively. The more aged Q10 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.