Panasonic FX78 vs Pentax I-10
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Panasonic FX78 vs Pentax I-10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.5-5.9) lens
- 142g - 100 x 55 x 21mm
- Launched January 2011
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-FX77
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 153g - 101 x 65 x 28mm
- Launched January 2010
Panasonic FX78 vs Pentax I-10 Overview
Here, we are evaluating the Panasonic FX78 versus Pentax I-10, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the FX78 (12MP) and the I-10 (12MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe FX78 was announced 13 months after the I-10 making them a generation away from one another. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief view of how the FX78 matches up vs the I-10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic FX78 vs Pentax I-10 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 & Pentax Optio I-10. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FX78 Gallery & Pentax I-10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX78 over the Pentax I-10
FX78 | I-10 | |||
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Launched | January 2011 | January 2010 | More modern by 13 months | |
Display size | 3.5" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.8") | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax I-10 over the Panasonic FX78
I-10 | FX78 | |||
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Manual focus | More exact focus |
Common features in the Panasonic FX78 and Pentax I-10
FX78 | I-10 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen |
Panasonic FX78 vs Pentax I-10 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FX78 enjoys outer measurements of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Pentax I-10 has measurements of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic FX78 versus Pentax I-10 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the FX78 vs the I-10.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FX78 and I-10 is 95 and 93 respectively.
Panasonic FX78 vs Pentax I-10 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes simply by checking technical specs. The image underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the FX78 and I-10.
As you have seen, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical resolution and you can expect similar quality of images but you really should factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The younger FX78 provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
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Panasonic FX78 vs Pentax I-10 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 | Pentax Optio I-10 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 | Pentax Optio I-10 |
Also referred to as | Lumix DMC-FX77 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2011-01-25 | 2010-01-25 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Venus Engine FHD | Prime |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
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 | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.5-5.9 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3.5 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1400s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 4.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.60 m | 4.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
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 | 142 grams (0.31 lbs) | 153 grams (0.34 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 55 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 101 x 65 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 shots | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $210 | $310 |