Panasonic FH3 vs Pentax Q10
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Panasonic FH3 vs Pentax Q10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 165g - 98 x 55 x 24mm
- Released January 2010
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FS11
(Full Review)

Panasonic FH3 vs Pentax Q10 Overview
Below, we are reviewing the Panasonic FH3 versus Pentax Q10, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the FH3 (14MP) and the Q10 (12MP) is fairly similar and they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

The FH3 was introduced 3 years earlier than the Q10 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FH3 being a Compact camera and the Pentax Q10 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before going through a full comparison, below is a quick overview of how the FH3 grades versus the Q10 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Panasonic FH3 vs Pentax Q10 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 & Pentax Q10. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FH3 Gallery & Pentax Q10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH3 over the Pentax Q10
FH3 | Q10 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax Q10 over the Panasonic FH3
Q10 | FH3 | |||
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Released | September 2012 | ![]() | January 2010 | Fresher by 32 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FH3 and Pentax Q10
FH3 | Q10 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither features Touch display |
Panasonic FH3 vs Pentax Q10 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic FH3 enjoys outside dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Pentax Q10 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).
Check the Panasonic FH3 versus Pentax Q10 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the FH3 vs the Q10.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FH3 and Q10 is 94 and 92 respectively.

Panasonic FH3 vs Pentax Q10 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reviewing specifications. The graphic here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the FH3 and Q10.
Plainly, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Panasonic FH3 to deliver more detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics much more aggressively. The older FH3 is going to be behind in sensor tech.

Panasonic FH3 vs Pentax Q10 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic FH3 vs Pentax Q10 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 | Pentax Q10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 | Pentax Q10 |
Also referred to as | Lumix DMC-FS11 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2010-01-06 | 2012-09-10 |
Body design | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Pentax Q |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | - |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | - |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 8 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Optical (optional) |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 6.80 m | 7.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Trailing-curtain sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | - | 1/2000s |
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), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 165g (0.36 lbs) | 200g (0.44 lbs) |
Dimensions | 98 x 55 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 102 x 58 x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 49 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 21.1 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.9 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 183 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 270 shots |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $160 | $350 |