Panasonic FZ47 vs Pentax I-10
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Panasonic FZ47 vs Pentax I-10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 498g - 120 x 80 x 92mm
- Launched July 2011
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-FZ48
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 153g - 101 x 65 x 28mm
- Announced January 2010
Panasonic FZ47 vs Pentax I-10 Overview
On this page, we will be comparing the Panasonic FZ47 vs Pentax I-10, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the FZ47 (12MP) and the I-10 (12MP) is pretty similar and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe FZ47 was launched 19 months after the I-10 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FZ47 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax I-10 being a Compact camera.
Before getting right into a thorough comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the FZ47 grades versus the I-10 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic FZ47 vs Pentax I-10 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47 and Pentax Optio I-10. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FZ47 Gallery and Pentax I-10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ47 over the Pentax I-10
FZ47 | I-10 | |||
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Announced | July 2011 | January 2010 | More modern by 19 months | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax I-10 over the Panasonic FZ47
I-10 | FZ47 |
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Common features in the Panasonic FZ47 and Pentax I-10
FZ47 | I-10 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial exact focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither offers Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic FZ47 vs Pentax I-10 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic FZ47 offers external dimensions of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") and a weight of 498 grams (1.10 lbs) whilst the Pentax I-10 has specifications 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 FZ47 vs Pentax I-10 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the FZ47 against the I-10.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FZ47 and I-10 is 68 and 93 respectively.
Panasonic FZ47 vs Pentax I-10 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reading specs. The pic underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the FZ47 and I-10.
As you can plainly see, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs though you have to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The newer FZ47 should have an edge in sensor tech.
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Panasonic FZ47 vs Pentax I-10 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47 | Pentax Optio I-10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47 | Pentax Optio I-10 |
Also referred to as | Lumix DMC-FZ48 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2011-07-21 | 2010-01-25 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | 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 area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.2 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 9.50 m | 4.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/2000 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 498g (1.10 pounds) | 153g (0.34 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 120 x 80 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") | 101 x 65 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 400 pictures | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 pictures)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $379 | $310 |