Panasonic FH10 vs Pentax WG-10
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Panasonic FH10 vs Pentax WG-10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 103g - 94 x 54 x 18mm
- Introduced January 2013
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 167g - 116 x 59 x 29mm
- Released June 2013

Panasonic FH10 vs Pentax WG-10 Overview
Below is a in depth assessment of the Panasonic FH10 versus Pentax WG-10, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the FH10 (16MP) and the WG-10 (14MP) is fairly close and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The FH10 was launched 5 months prior to the WG-10 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the FH10 scores against the WG-10 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Panasonic FH10 vs Pentax WG-10 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH10 and Pentax WG-10. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH10 Gallery and Pentax WG-10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH10 over the Pentax WG-10
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Reasons to pick Pentax WG-10 over the Panasonic FH10
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing |
Common features in the Panasonic FH10 and Pentax WG-10
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Released | January 2013 | ![]() | June 2013 | Same generation |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal display measurements |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lacking Touch display |
Panasonic FH10 vs Pentax WG-10 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to lug around your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic FH10 offers exterior measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs) while the Pentax WG-10 has specifications of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Look at the Panasonic FH10 versus Pentax WG-10 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the FH10 against the WG-10.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the FH10 and WG-10 is 97 and 93 respectively.

Panasonic FH10 vs Pentax WG-10 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be difficult to see the contrast in sensor measurements just by looking through technical specs. The photograph below will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the FH10 and WG-10.
As you have seen, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Panasonic FH10 to result in greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos more aggressively.

Panasonic FH10 vs Pentax WG-10 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic FH10 vs Pentax WG-10 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH10 | Pentax WG-10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH10 | Pentax WG-10 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2013-01-07 | 2013-06-21 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | 0.7fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.40 m | 1.20 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 103 grams (0.23 lb) | 167 grams (0.37 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 54 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") | 116 x 59 x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 260 pictures | 260 pictures |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $110 | $0 |