Panasonic FS12 vs Pentax Q10
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Panasonic FS12 vs Pentax Q10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 31-124mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 129g - 97 x 55 x 22mm
- Announced April 2009
(Full Review)
Panasonic FS12 vs Pentax Q10 Overview
Below is a extended assessment of the Panasonic FS12 versus Pentax Q10, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the FS12 (12MP) and the Q10 (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe FS12 was manufactured 4 years before the Q10 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FS12 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax Q10 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a short summation of how the FS12 grades versus the Q10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Panasonic FS12 vs Pentax Q10 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 & Pentax Q10. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FS12 Gallery & Pentax Q10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS12 over the Pentax Q10
FS12 | Q10 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax Q10 over the Panasonic FS12
Q10 | FS12 | |||
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Introduced | September 2012 | April 2009 | More recent by 41 months | |
Manually focus | Dial precise focusing | |||
Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FS12 and Pentax Q10
FS12 | Q10 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither features Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic FS12 vs Pentax Q10 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FS12 enjoys exterior measurements of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 129 grams (0.28 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).
Compare the Panasonic FS12 versus Pentax Q10 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using during that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the FS12 versus the Q10.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FS12 and Q10 is 95 and 92 respectively.
Panasonic FS12 vs Pentax Q10 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its tough to see the contrast in sensor measurements just by seeing a spec sheet. The visual here will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the FS12 and Q10.
Clearly, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of pictures however you will want to consider the age of the cameras into account. The older FS12 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
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Panasonic FS12 vs Pentax Q10 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 | Pentax Q10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 | Pentax Q10 |
Category | Ultracompact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2009-04-17 | 2012-09-10 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Highest boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Pentax Q |
Lens focal range | 31-124mm (4.0x) | - |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | - |
Macro focus range | 5cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 8 |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Optical (optional) |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 6.30 m | 7.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Trailing-curtain sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | - | 1/2000s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 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) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
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 | 129 grams (0.28 lbs) | 200 grams (0.44 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 55 x 22mm (3.8" 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 photographs |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $228 | $350 |