Panasonic LX100 vs Pentax I-10

Following is a in-depth overview of the Panasonic LX100 vs Pentax I-10, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the LX100 (13MP) and the I-10 (12MP) is fairly comparable but the LX100 (Four Thirds) and I-10 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor sizes.

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The LX100 was announced 4 years after the I-10 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic LX100 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Pentax I-10 being a Compact camera.

Before getting right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the LX100 scores against the I-10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 & Pentax Optio I-10. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic LX100 Gallery & Pentax I-10 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic LX100 has got exterior measurements of 115mm x 66mm x 55mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 2.2") with a weight of 393 grams (0.87 lbs) while the Pentax I-10 has measurements of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the LX100 vs the I-10.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the LX100 and I-10 is 83 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, its difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizes simply by going through specifications. The picture below might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the LX100 and I-10.

Plainly, each of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The LX100 using its larger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Panasonic LX100 will provide greater detail with its extra 1MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics way more aggressively. The more modern LX100 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.