Panasonic FH10 vs Pentax VS20

On this page, we will be contrasting the Panasonic FH10 vs Pentax VS20, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the FH10 (16MP) and the VS20 (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FH10 was introduced 12 months after the VS20 so they are of a similar age. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a complete comparison, here is a quick summation of how the FH10 matches up against the VS20 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH10 & Pentax Optio VS20. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH10 Gallery & Pentax VS20 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FH10 comes with outside dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs) whilst the Pentax VS20 has dimensions of 111mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.5") having a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the FH10 compared to the VS20.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FH10 and VS20 is 97 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizes just by seeing technical specs. The image underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH10 and VS20.

As you have seen, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same MP so you can expect comparable quality of pictures but you should take the launch date of the cameras into account. The more recent FH10 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.