Panasonic L10 vs Pentax VS20

In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Panasonic L10 versus Pentax VS20, one is a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the L10 (10MP) and VS20 (16MP) and the L10 (Four Thirds) and VS20 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor sizes.

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The L10 was introduced 5 years prior to the VS20 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic L10 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Pentax VS20 being a Compact camera.

Before delving through a more detailed comparison, below is a simple summary of how the L10 matches up versus the VS20 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-L10 and Pentax Optio VS20. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic L10 Gallery and Pentax VS20 Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic L10 has got outside dimensions of 135mm x 96mm x 78mm (5.3" x 3.8" x 3.1") and a weight of 556 grams (1.23 lbs) while the Pentax VS20 has proportions of 111mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.5") with a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic L10 versus Pentax VS20 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the L10 versus the VS20.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L10 and VS20 is 66 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to see the gap between sensor dimensions just by reviewing specs. The pic here might give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the L10 and VS20.

All in all, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The L10 using its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Pentax VS20 will offer greater detail using its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged L10 is going to be behind in sensor technology.