Panasonic SZ8 vs Pentax I-10

On this page, we are contrasting the Panasonic SZ8 versus Pentax I-10, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Panasonic and Pentax. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the SZ8 (16MP) and I-10 (12MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SZ8 was revealed 4 years later than the I-10 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a thorough comparison, here is a brief view of how the SZ8 grades vs the I-10 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8 & Pentax Optio I-10. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic SZ8 Gallery & Pentax I-10 Gallery.

If you are looking to lug around your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic SZ8 enjoys outside measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 159 grams (0.35 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 the Panasonic SZ8 versus Pentax I-10 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have at the time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the SZ8 vs the I-10.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SZ8 and I-10 is 94 and 93 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to see the difference in sensor measurements just by researching technical specs. The graphic here might give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ8 and I-10.

As you have seen, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Panasonic SZ8 to result in more detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos more aggressively. The newer SZ8 is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.