Panasonic F5 vs Pentax I-10

Below is a comprehensive review of the Panasonic F5 versus Pentax I-10, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the F5 (14MP) and the I-10 (12MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The F5 was brought out 2 years later than the I-10 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a brief overview of how the F5 scores versus the I-10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5 and Pentax Optio I-10. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic F5 Gallery and Pentax I-10 Gallery.

In case you're intending to lug around your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic F5 enjoys outside measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Pentax I-10 has dimensions of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic F5 versus Pentax I-10 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the F5 against the I-10.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the F5 and I-10 is 96 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to picture the gap between sensor measurements merely by checking technical specs. The graphic here may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the F5 and I-10.

As you can tell, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Panasonic F5 to resolve extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures more aggressively. The more recent F5 provides an advantage in sensor technology.