Panasonic FP7 vs Pentax Q10

Here, we will be comparing the Panasonic FP7 vs Pentax Q10, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the FP7 (16MP) and Q10 (12MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FP7 was manufactured 20 months prior to the Q10 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FP7 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax Q10 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief overview of how the FP7 grades vs the Q10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 and Pentax Q10. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FP7 Gallery and Pentax Q10 Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FP7 enjoys outer dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Pentax Q10 has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FP7 vs Pentax Q10 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the FP7 versus the Q10.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FP7 and Q10 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to see the gap in sensor measurements simply by seeing specs. The photograph underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the FP7 and Q10.

All in all, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic FP7 to provide greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older FP7 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.