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Panasonic FS25 vs Pentax Q10

Portability
95
Imaging
34
Features
24
Overall
30
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 front
 
Pentax Q10 front
Portability
92
Imaging
36
Features
56
Overall
44

Panasonic FS25 vs Pentax Q10 Key Specs

Panasonic FS25
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600 (Boost to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 29-145mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 148g - 97 x 58 x 22mm
  • Announced January 2009
Pentax Q10
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Sensor based Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Pentax Q Mount
  • 200g - 102 x 58 x 34mm
  • Introduced September 2012
  • Previous Model is Pentax Q
  • Successor is Pentax Q7
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Panasonic FS25 vs Pentax Q10 Overview

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Panasonic FS25 versus Pentax Q10, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the FS25 (12MP) and the Q10 (12MP) is pretty well matched and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FS25 was unveiled 4 years before the Q10 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FS25 being a Compact camera and the Pentax Q10 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving in to a detailed comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the FS25 scores versus the Q10 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic FS25 over the Pentax Q10

 FS25 Q10 

Reasons to pick Pentax Q10 over the Panasonic FS25

 Q10 FS25 
IntroducedSeptember 2012January 2009Newer by 44 months
Manual focus Very precise focus
Screen resolution460k230kClearer screen (+230k dot)

Common features in the Panasonic FS25 and Pentax Q10

 FS25 Q10 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen sizing3"3"Equivalent screen sizing
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch screen No Touch screen

Panasonic FS25 vs Pentax Q10 Physical Comparison

When you are planning to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FS25 enjoys exterior dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Pentax Q10 has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use during that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the FS25 compared to the Q10.

Panasonic FS25 vs Pentax Q10 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FS25 and Q10 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Panasonic FS25 vs Pentax Q10 top view buttons comparison

Panasonic FS25 vs Pentax Q10 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it is tough to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions just by checking technical specs. The image here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the FS25 and Q10.

As you can tell, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of files although you will need to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged FS25 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.

Panasonic FS25 vs Pentax Q10 sensor size comparison

Panasonic FS25 vs Pentax Q10 Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic FS25 vs Pentax Q10 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Panasonic FS25 as a Portrait photography camera
Pentax Q10 as a Portrait photography camera
26
comes with face detect focusing
no manual focus
lack of manual mode
can't use external flash
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
48
manual focus
above average flash sync (1/2,000s)
provides face detect focusing
supports RAW formats
low MP (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
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Street Comparison

Panasonic FS25 Street photography details
Pentax Q10 Street photography details
56
built in image stabilization (Optical)
screen does not articulate
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
68
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
supports RAW formats
lighter than competition (200g)
no articulating screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
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Sports Comparison

Panasonic FS25 Sports photography information
Pentax Q10 Sports photography information
25
built in image stabilization (Optical)
very slow continuous shooting (2.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
36
great max shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
provides tracking focus
painfully slow continuous shooting (5.0 frames per second)
low MP (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
bad battery pack (270 CIPA)
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Panasonic FS25
Travel photography with Pentax Q10
51
flash built-in
missing Time Lapse mode
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
does not have selfie friendly display
wide angle not great (29mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
60
lighter than competition (200 grams)
flash built-in
bad battery pack (270 shots)
low MP (12 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Panasonic FS25 as a Landscape photography camera
Pentax Q10 as a Landscape photography camera
32
screen size is good (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (29mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
lack of manual mode
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
missing Time Lapse mode
54
manual focus
swap lenses (Pentax Q mount)
nice screen size (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
supports RAW formats
low MP (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
bad battery pack (270 shots)
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Panasonic FS25
Vlogging with Pentax Q10
28
built in image stabilization (Optical)
comes with face detect focusing
wide angle not great (29mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
does not have selfie friendly display
low res video (640 x 480 pixels)
missing mic port
35
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
provides face detect focusing
great video quality (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than competition (200g)
screen is not selfie friendly
does not have mic jack
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Panasonic FS25 vs Pentax Q10 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic FS25 and Pentax Q10
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25Pentax Q10
General Information
Brand Name Panasonic Pentax
Model type Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 Pentax Q10
Category Small Sensor Compact Entry-Level Mirrorless
Announced 2009-01-27 2012-09-10
Body design Compact 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 area 27.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 1600 6400
Max enhanced ISO 6400 -
Minimum native ISO 80 100
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Total focus points 11 25
Lens
Lens support fixed lens Pentax Q
Lens zoom range 29-145mm (5.0x) -
Largest aperture f/3.3-5.9 -
Macro focusing distance 5cm -
Available lenses - 8
Focal length multiplier 5.9 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3" 3"
Resolution of screen 230 thousand dot 460 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Screen technology - TFT Color LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None Optical (optional)
Features
Min shutter speed 60 seconds 30 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/8000 seconds
Continuous shutter speed 2.0fps 5.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 5.30 m 7.00 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Trailing-curtain sync
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Max flash sync - 1/2000 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
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)
Max video resolution 640x480 1920x1080
Video format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Mic input
Headphone input
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 proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 148 grams (0.33 lb) 200 grams (0.44 lb)
Dimensions 97 x 58 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") 102 x 58 x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested 49
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 21.1
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 10.9
DXO Low light rating not tested 183
Other
Battery life - 270 photographs
Style of battery - Battery Pack
Battery ID - D-LI68
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 12 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage media SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots One One
Launch cost $230 $350