Panasonic ZR1 vs Pentax I-10
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93 Imaging
35 Features
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Panasonic ZR1 vs Pentax I-10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 158g - 98 x 55 x 26mm
- Released July 2009
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-ZX1
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 153g - 101 x 65 x 28mm
- Released January 2010
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Lets look a bit more closely at the Panasonic ZR1 versus Pentax I-10, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the ZR1 (12MP) and the I-10 (12MP) is pretty similar and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe ZR1 was brought out 6 months earlier than the I-10 which means that they are of a similar generation. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick summary of how the ZR1 scores against the I-10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR1 over the Pentax I-10
| ZR1 | I-10 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Pentax I-10 over the Panasonic ZR1
| I-10 | ZR1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Very accurate focusing |
Common features in the Panasonic ZR1 and Pentax I-10
| ZR1 | I-10 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | July 2009 |  | January 2010 | Similar generation |
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen dimensions | 2.7" |  | 2.7" | Equal screen measurement |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Absent selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Neither features Touch screen |
Panasonic ZR1 vs Pentax I-10 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZR1 enjoys outside dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Pentax I-10 has dimensions 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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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the ZR1 compared to the I-10.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the ZR1 and I-10 is 94 and 93 respectively.
Panasonic ZR1 vs Pentax I-10 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's difficult to see the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reading technical specs. The pic below might give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZR1 and I-10.
As you have seen, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP therefore you should expect similar quality of files however you should always consider the release date of the products into consideration.
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Panasonic ZR1 vs Pentax I-10 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 | Pentax Optio I-10 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Panasonic | Pentax |
| Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 | Pentax Optio I-10 |
| Also Known as | Lumix DMC-ZX1 | - |
| Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Released | 2009-07-27 | 2010-01-25 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Venus Engine V | Prime |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
| Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Number of focus points | 11 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 25-200mm (8.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.5-5.9 |
| Macro focus range | 3cm | 10cm |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
| Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 60s | 4s |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
| Continuous shooting speed | 2.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 5.10 m | 4.00 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Mic jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 158g (0.35 lb) | 153g (0.34 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 98 x 55 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 101 x 65 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery model | - | D-LI92 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Cost at launch | $280 | $310 |