Panasonic ZR3 vs Pentax I-10
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Panasonic ZR3 vs Pentax I-10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 159g - 98 x 55 x 26mm
- Launched January 2010
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-ZX3
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 153g - 101 x 65 x 28mm
- Announced January 2010
Panasonic ZR3 vs Pentax I-10 Overview
On this page, we are matching up the Panasonic ZR3 and Pentax I-10, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the ZR3 (14MP) and the I-10 (12MP) is very close and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe ZR3 was launched around the same time to the I-10 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the ZR3 scores versus the I-10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic ZR3 vs Pentax I-10 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 and Pentax Optio I-10. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic ZR3 Gallery and Pentax I-10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR3 over the Pentax I-10
ZR3 | I-10 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax I-10 over the Panasonic ZR3
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Manually focus | Very exact focusing |
Common features in the Panasonic ZR3 and Pentax I-10
ZR3 | I-10 | |||
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Announced | January 2010 | January 2010 | Same generation | |
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equal display sizing | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Missing Touch display |
Panasonic ZR3 vs Pentax I-10 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZR3 offers physical dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst 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).
See the Panasonic ZR3 and Pentax I-10 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the ZR3 vs the I-10.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the ZR3 and I-10 is 94 and 93 respectively.
Panasonic ZR3 vs Pentax I-10 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizing simply by looking through specifications. The photograph below may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the ZR3 and I-10.
To sum up, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Panasonic ZR3 to render extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a bit more aggressively.
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Panasonic ZR3 vs Pentax I-10 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 | Pentax Optio I-10 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 | Pentax Optio I-10 |
Also called | Lumix DMC-ZX3 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2010-01-26 | 2010-01-25 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Venus Engine HD II | 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 surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
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) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1300s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.30 m | 4.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | AVCHD Lite | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 159 gr (0.35 lbs) | 153 gr (0.34 lbs) |
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 Overall 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 shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $280 | $310 |