Panasonic ZS15 vs Pentax I-10

Let's look a bit more closely at the Panasonic ZS15 vs Pentax I-10, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the ZS15 (12MP) and the I-10 (12MP) is relatively similar and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ZS15 was brought out 2 years later than the I-10 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the ZS15 grades versus the I-10 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 & Pentax Optio I-10. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS15 Gallery & Pentax I-10 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZS15 provides outer dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs) and the Pentax I-10 has dimensions of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the ZS15 vs the I-10.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ZS15 and I-10 is 92 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, it is very hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reviewing technical specs. The graphic below will give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS15 and I-10.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same MP so you can expect similar quality of photos however you would want to consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The younger ZS15 should have a benefit in sensor technology.