Panasonic FZ60 vs Pentax Q10
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Panasonic FZ60 vs Pentax Q10 Key Specs
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- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 493g - 120 x 81 x 92mm
- Announced July 2012
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FZ62
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Panasonic FZ60 vs Pentax Q10 Overview
In this write-up, we are comparing the Panasonic FZ60 versus Pentax Q10, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Panasonic and Pentax. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the FZ60 (16MP) and Q10 (12MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe FZ60 was launched around the same time to the Q10 and they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FZ60 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax Q10 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving through a in depth comparison, below is a simple view of how the FZ60 scores vs the Q10 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic FZ60 vs Pentax Q10 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ60 & Pentax Q10. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ60 Gallery & Pentax Q10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ60 over the Pentax Q10
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Reasons to pick Pentax Q10 over the Panasonic FZ60
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Common features in the Panasonic FZ60 and Pentax Q10
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Revealed | July 2012 | September 2012 | Similar age | |
Manually focus | Dial exact focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display dimensions | |
Display resolution | 460k | 460k | Identical display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Panasonic FZ60 vs Pentax Q10 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic FZ60 enjoys exterior measurements of 120mm x 81mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 493 grams (1.09 lbs) while the Pentax Q10 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).
Check the Panasonic FZ60 versus Pentax Q10 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the FZ60 compared to the Q10.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the FZ60 and Q10 is 68 and 92 respectively.
Panasonic FZ60 vs Pentax Q10 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is hard to picture the gap between sensor sizing purely by reading through specs. The photograph underneath will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ60 and Q10.
As you can plainly see, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Panasonic FZ60 to give more detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop images far more aggressively.
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Panasonic FZ60 vs Pentax Q10 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ60 | Pentax Q10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ60 | Pentax Q10 |
Also Known as | Lumix DMC-FZ62 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2012-07-18 | 2012-09-10 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 23 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Pentax Q |
Lens zoom range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | - |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.2 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 8 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 460k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | TFT Screen LCD Display | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Optical (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | 202k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames per second | 5.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 13.50 m | 7.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Trailing-curtain sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | - | 1/2000 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 493 gr (1.09 pounds) | 200 gr (0.44 pounds) |
Dimensions | 120 x 81 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") | 102 x 58 x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 49 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 21.1 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.9 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 183 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 450 photographs | 270 photographs |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $350 | $350 |