Panasonic GF5 vs Pentax I-10

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Panasonic GF5 and Pentax I-10, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the GF5 (12MP) and the I-10 (12MP) is fairly similar but the GF5 (Four Thirds) and I-10 (1/2.3") feature different sensor dimensions.

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The GF5 was launched 2 years after the I-10 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic GF5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax I-10 being a Compact camera.

Before going in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the GF5 scores vs the I-10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5 and Pentax Optio I-10. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic GF5 Gallery and Pentax I-10 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera, you should factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic GF5 has got exterior dimensions of 108mm x 67mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.5") having a weight of 267 grams (0.59 lbs) whilst the Pentax I-10 has sizing of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic GF5 and Pentax I-10 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the GF5 compared to the I-10.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GF5 and I-10 is 89 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to picture the difference between sensor sizes simply by reviewing specifications. The picture below will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the GF5 and I-10.

Plainly, the 2 cameras offer the same exact megapixel count but different sensor sizes. The GF5 provides the larger sensor which should make achieving shallow depth of field simpler. The more recent GF5 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.