Panasonic FZ28 vs Pentax Q10

On this page, we will be contrasting the Panasonic FZ28 and Pentax Q10, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the FZ28 (10MP) and the Q10 (12MP) is relatively similar and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FZ28 was brought out 4 years earlier than the Q10 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FZ28 being a Compact camera and the Pentax Q10 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a short view of how the FZ28 scores against the Q10 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 and Pentax Q10. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ28 Gallery and Pentax Q10 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic FZ28 enjoys external dimensions of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") with a weight of 417 grams (0.92 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).

Check out the Panasonic FZ28 and Pentax Q10 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the FZ28 against the Q10.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the FZ28 and Q10 is 72 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to envision the contrast between sensor measurements purely by reviewing specs. The photograph below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ28 and Q10.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Pentax Q10 to offer you more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots more aggressively. The older FZ28 is going to be behind in sensor tech.