Panasonic FH25 vs Pentax Q10

The following is a extended comparison of the Panasonic FH25 versus Pentax Q10, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Panasonic and Pentax. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the FH25 (16MP) and Q10 (12MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FH25 was unveiled 20 months earlier than the Q10 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FH25 being a Compact camera and the Pentax Q10 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise summary of how the FH25 matches up vs the Q10 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 and Pentax Q10. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FH25 Gallery and Pentax Q10 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic FH25 provides exterior dimensions of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Pentax Q10 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Check the Panasonic FH25 versus Pentax Q10 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at that moment. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the FH25 versus the Q10.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the FH25 and Q10 is 94 and 92 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to envision the difference in sensor dimensions purely by going through a spec sheet. The pic below should provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH25 and Q10.

Clearly, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Panasonic FH25 to provide greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged FH25 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.