Panasonic LX5 vs Pentax I-10

The following is a in-depth analysis of the Panasonic LX5 and Pentax I-10, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the LX5 (10MP) and the I-10 (12MP) is very comparable but the LX5 (1/1.63") and I-10 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor dimensions.

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The LX5 was introduced 23 months after the I-10 making them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a thorough comparison, here is a brief summary of how the LX5 scores versus the I-10 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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If you're aiming to travel with your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic LX5 offers outside measurements of 110mm x 65mm x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) whilst the Pentax I-10 has specifications of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic LX5 and Pentax I-10 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the LX5 and the I-10.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the LX5 and I-10 is 88 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to envision the difference in sensor dimensions just by seeing specs. The picture here may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the LX5 and I-10.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras have different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The LX5 with its larger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF easier and the Pentax I-10 will show extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The younger LX5 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.