Panasonic S2 vs Pentax I-10

Below, we are looking at the Panasonic S2 vs Pentax I-10, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the S2 (14MP) and the I-10 (12MP) is very comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S2 was launched 24 months later than the I-10 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the S2 scores versus the I-10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2 and Pentax Optio I-10. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic S2 Gallery and Pentax I-10 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to lug around your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic S2 comes with outside measurements of 98mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 112 grams (0.25 lbs) and the Pentax I-10 has proportions of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic S2 vs Pentax I-10 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the S2 versus the I-10.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S2 and I-10 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements only by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic below should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the S2 and I-10.

As you can see, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should expect to see the Panasonic S2 to produce extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The younger S2 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.