Panasonic FH1 vs Pentax I-10

Lets look a little more closely at the Panasonic FH1 versus Pentax I-10, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the FH1 (12MP) and the I-10 (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FH1 was manufactured within a month of the I-10 and they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a full comparison, here is a quick summation of how the FH1 grades versus the I-10 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1 & Pentax Optio I-10. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FH1 Gallery & Pentax I-10 Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera often, you need to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic FH1 has physical measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Pentax I-10 has specifications of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the FH1 versus the I-10.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH1 and I-10 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to see the contrast between sensor dimensions just by checking a spec sheet. The image below will give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the FH1 and I-10.

As you can see, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP and you can expect similar quality of photographs however you have to factor the launch date of the products into consideration.