Panasonic SZ7 vs Pentax I-10

Below, we will be contrasting the Panasonic SZ7 versus Pentax I-10, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the SZ7 (14MP) and the I-10 (12MP) is relatively similar and they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SZ7 was revealed 24 months after the I-10 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the SZ7 grades against the I-10 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 & Pentax Optio I-10. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic SZ7 Gallery & Pentax I-10 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic SZ7 offers physical dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Pentax I-10 has measurements of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the SZ7 and the I-10.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the SZ7 and I-10 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to envision the gap between sensor dimensions purely by reading specs. The picture here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ7 and I-10.

All in all, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Panasonic SZ7 to offer you greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more recent SZ7 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.