Panasonic ZS10 vs Pentax I-10

In this article, we will be reviewing the Panasonic ZS10 vs Pentax I-10, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the ZS10 (14MP) and the I-10 (12MP) is pretty comparable and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ZS10 was brought out 13 months later than the I-10 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise view of how the ZS10 grades versus the I-10 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10 & Pentax Optio I-10. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic ZS10 Gallery & Pentax I-10 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic ZS10 features outside measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Pentax I-10 has specifications of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the ZS10 against the I-10.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ZS10 and I-10 is 91 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizing just by checking out specifications. The photograph underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS10 and I-10.

Plainly, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Panasonic ZS10 to provide greater detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more modern ZS10 should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.