Panasonic ZS15 vs Pentax Q10
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Panasonic ZS15 vs Pentax Q10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 208g - 105 x 58 x 33mm
- Revealed June 2012
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-TZ25
- Renewed by Panasonic ZS20
(Full Review)
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Here is a in depth overview of the Panasonic ZS15 vs Pentax Q10, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the ZS15 (12MP) and the Q10 (12MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe ZS15 was introduced 2 months earlier than the Q10 and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic ZS15 being a Compact camera and the Pentax Q10 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief overview of how the ZS15 scores vs the Q10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 and Pentax Q10. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS15 Gallery and Pentax Q10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS15 over the Pentax Q10
| ZS15 | Q10 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax Q10 over the Panasonic ZS15
| Q10 | ZS15 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Very precise focus |
Common features in the Panasonic ZS15 and Pentax Q10
| ZS15 | Q10 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | June 2012 |  | September 2012 | Same generation |
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display size | 3" |  | 3" | Same display dimensions |
| Display resolution | 460k |  | 460k | Equal display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Panasonic ZS15 vs Pentax Q10 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZS15 features external dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs) while the Pentax Q10 has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).
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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the ZS15 against the Q10.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ZS15 and Q10 is 92 and 92 respectively.
Panasonic ZS15 vs Pentax Q10 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is hard to see the difference in sensor sizing merely by checking out specs. The graphic below should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS15 and Q10.
All in all, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical MP and you should expect comparable quality of images but you will need to factor the production date of the cameras into account.
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Panasonic ZS15 vs Pentax Q10 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 | Pentax Q10 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Panasonic | Pentax |
| Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 | Pentax Q10 |
| Also called as | Lumix DMC-TZ25 | - |
| Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Revealed | 2012-06-29 | 2012-09-10 |
| Physical type | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Total focus points | 23 | 25 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | Pentax Q |
| Lens zoom range | 24-384mm (16.0x) | - |
| Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | - |
| Macro focusing distance | 3cm | - |
| Amount of lenses | - | 8 |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 3" | 3" |
| Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Screen tech | - | TFT Color LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | Optical (optional) |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 30 secs |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
| Continuous shooting rate | 2.0 frames per second | 5.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 6.40 m | 7.00 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Trailing-curtain sync |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Highest flash synchronize | - | 1/2000 secs |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 208 grams (0.46 pounds) | 200 grams (0.44 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 105 x 58 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 102 x 58 x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | not tested | 49 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 21.1 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.9 |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | 183 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 260 images | 270 images |
| Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | - | D-LI68 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Cost at launch | $279 | $350 |