Panasonic FX48 vs Pentax Q10

On this page, we are looking at the Panasonic FX48 versus Pentax Q10, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the FX48 (12MP) and the Q10 (12MP) is very similar and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FX48 was introduced 4 years before the Q10 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FX48 being a Compact camera and the Pentax Q10 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short overview of how the FX48 grades vs the Q10 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 and Pentax Q10. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FX48 Gallery and Pentax Q10 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic FX48 provides physical measurements of 95mm x 53mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 150 grams (0.33 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).

Examine the Panasonic FX48 versus Pentax Q10 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the FX48 vs the Q10.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FX48 and Q10 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Normally, its hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizes only by reading specifications. The image underneath will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the FX48 and Q10.

Plainly, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs but you should really consider the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged FX48 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.