Panasonic G7 vs Pentax I-10

Here is a detailed analysis of the Panasonic G7 versus Pentax I-10, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the G7 (16MP) and I-10 (12MP) and the G7 (Four Thirds) and I-10 (1/2.3") possess different sensor dimensions.

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The G7 was revealed 5 years later than the I-10 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic G7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax I-10 being a Compact camera.

Before we go through a full comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the G7 scores vs the I-10 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G7 and Pentax Optio I-10. The full galleries are available at Panasonic G7 Gallery and Pentax I-10 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic G7 has outer measurements of 125mm x 86mm x 77mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs) while the Pentax I-10 has specifications of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic G7 versus Pentax I-10 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at that moment. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the G7 vs the I-10.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the G7 and I-10 is 71 and 93 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing only by going over specs. The photograph below should provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the G7 and I-10.

All in all, each of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The G7 having a bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh simpler and the Panasonic G7 will offer you more detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more modern G7 provides an advantage in sensor technology.