Panasonic FH2 vs Pentax Q10

Below is a detailed analysis of the Panasonic FH2 vs Pentax Q10, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the FH2 (14MP) and the Q10 (12MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FH2 was announced 20 months earlier than the Q10 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FH2 being a Compact camera and the Pentax Q10 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short summary of how the FH2 scores versus the Q10 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 and Pentax Q10. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH2 Gallery and Pentax Q10 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH2 features outside measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Pentax Q10 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic FH2 vs Pentax Q10 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the FH2 versus the Q10.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the FH2 and Q10 is 96 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to picture the gap between sensor measurements merely by looking at a spec sheet. The visual here should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the FH2 and Q10.

Clearly, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic FH2 to resolve more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots more aggressively. The older FH2 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.