Panasonic FH10 vs Pentax MX-1

Below, we will be analyzing the Panasonic FH10 and Pentax MX-1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Panasonic and Pentax. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the FH10 (16MP) and MX-1 (12MP) and the FH10 (1/2.3") and MX-1 (1/1.7") feature different sensor size.

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The FH10 was manufactured 5 months earlier than the MX-1 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the FH10 grades against the MX-1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH10 and Pentax MX-1. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH10 Gallery and Pentax MX-1 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH10 comes with outer dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs) while the Pentax MX-1 has sizing of 122mm x 61mm x 51mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 2.0") accompanied by a weight of 391 grams (0.86 lbs).

Check the Panasonic FH10 and Pentax MX-1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the FH10 compared to the MX-1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the FH10 and MX-1 is 97 and 84 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to imagine the difference between sensor measurements just by reading specifications. The photograph below will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH10 and MX-1.

Plainly, both the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The FH10 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field trickier and the Panasonic FH10 will deliver extra detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures much more aggressively.