Panasonic FS7 vs Pentax Q10

Lets examine more closely at the Panasonic FS7 and Pentax Q10, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the FS7 (10MP) and the Q10 (12MP) is pretty similar but the FS7 (1/2.5") and Q10 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor sizes.

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The FS7 was introduced 4 years prior to the Q10 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FS7 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax Q10 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the FS7 matches up vs the Q10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7 and Pentax Q10. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FS7 Gallery and Pentax Q10 Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic FS7 offers outside dimensions of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") having a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Pentax Q10 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Check the Panasonic FS7 and Pentax Q10 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have during that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the FS7 against the Q10.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FS7 and Q10 is 95 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reading technical specs. The image here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the FS7 and Q10.

As you can tell, both of those cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The FS7 using its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Pentax Q10 will offer more detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more aged FS7 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.