Panasonic FH10 vs Pentax K-S1

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Panasonic FH10 versus Pentax K-S1, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Advanced DSLR by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the FH10 (16MP) and the K-S1 (20MP) is very similar but the FH10 (1/2.3") and K-S1 (APS-C) possess different sensor size.

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The FH10 was released 19 months before the K-S1 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FH10 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-S1 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the FH10 grades vs the K-S1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH10 & Pentax K-S1. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FH10 Gallery & Pentax K-S1 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FH10 has got physical measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-S1 has dimensions of 121mm x 93mm x 70mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 2.8") and a weight of 558 grams (1.23 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FH10 versus Pentax K-S1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the FH10 vs the K-S1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the FH10 and K-S1 is 97 and 69 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizes only by going over a spec sheet. The image here might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the FH10 and K-S1.

As you can see, both cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The FH10 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make achieving bokeh more difficult and the Pentax K-S1 will offer you greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged FH10 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.