Panasonic FX90 vs Pentax I-10

Following is a extensive analysis of the Panasonic FX90 vs Pentax I-10, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the FX90 (12MP) and the I-10 (12MP) is very well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FX90 was launched 20 months after the I-10 making the cameras a generation away from each other. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a short highlight of how the FX90 matches up against the I-10 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90 and Pentax Optio I-10. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FX90 Gallery and Pentax I-10 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FX90 has outside measurements of 102mm x 56mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Pentax I-10 has measurements of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the FX90 versus the I-10.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the FX90 and I-10 is 95 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes purely by looking at specifications. The image underneath may provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the FX90 and I-10.

To sum up, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same MP therefore you should expect similar quality of images though you would want to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The newer FX90 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.