Panasonic FH10 vs Pentax 645D

Here, we will be matching up the Panasonic FH10 versus Pentax 645D, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Pro DSLR by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a noticeable gap between the image resolutions of the FH10 (16MP) and 645D (40MP) and the FH10 (1/2.3") and 645D (Medium format) have totally different sensor size.

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The FH10 was unveiled 2 years later than the 645D and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FH10 being a Compact camera and the Pentax 645D being a Large SLR camera.

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short summary of how the FH10 grades versus the 645D in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH10 & Pentax 645D. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FH10 Gallery & Pentax 645D Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH10 comes with physical dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs) whilst the Pentax 645D has proportions of 156mm x 117mm x 119mm (6.1" x 4.6" x 4.7") and a weight of 1480 grams (3.26 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FH10 versus Pentax 645D in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the FH10 and the 645D.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FH10 and 645D is 97 and 50 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to see the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reading through specs. The photograph below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the FH10 and 645D.

As you can plainly see, both cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The FH10 having a tinier sensor will make shooting shallower DOF more difficult and the Pentax 645D will give extra detail having an extra 24MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more recent FH10 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.