Panasonic FZ100 vs Pentax I-10

Below, we are matching up the Panasonic FZ100 and Pentax I-10, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the FZ100 (14MP) and the I-10 (12MP) is very similar and they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FZ100 was revealed 6 months after the I-10 so they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FZ100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax I-10 being a Compact camera.

Before getting through a more detailed comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the FZ100 matches up against the I-10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ100 and Pentax Optio I-10. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FZ100 Gallery and Pentax I-10 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FZ100 comes with external measurements of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") with a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) and the Pentax I-10 has proportions of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FZ100 and Pentax I-10 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select during that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the FZ100 versus the I-10.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FZ100 and I-10 is 67 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to envision the difference between sensor dimensions simply by going over specifications. The image below will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ100 and I-10.

Plainly, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Panasonic FZ100 to offer extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics somewhat more aggressively.