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Panasonic ZS20 vs Pentax Q10

Portability
92
Imaging
37
Features
46
Overall
40
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 front
 
Pentax Q10 front
Portability
92
Imaging
36
Features
56
Overall
44

Panasonic ZS20 vs Pentax Q10 Key Specs

Panasonic ZS20
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
  • 206g - 105 x 59 x 28mm
  • Released April 2012
  • Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ30
  • Previous Model is Panasonic ZS15
  • Replacement is Panasonic ZS25
Pentax Q10
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Sensor based Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Pentax Q Mount
  • 200g - 102 x 58 x 34mm
  • Launched September 2012
  • Older Model is Pentax Q
  • Renewed by Pentax Q7
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Panasonic ZS20 vs Pentax Q10 Overview

Here is a complete analysis of the Panasonic ZS20 versus Pentax Q10, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the ZS20 (14MP) and the Q10 (12MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ZS20 was revealed 4 months prior to the Q10 so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic ZS20 being a Compact camera and the Pentax Q10 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the ZS20 scores vs the Q10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS20 over the Pentax Q10

 ZS20 Q10 
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Pentax Q10 over the Panasonic ZS20

 Q10 ZS20 
Focus manually More accurate focus

Common features in the Panasonic ZS20 and Pentax Q10

 ZS20 Q10 
LaunchedApril 2012September 2012Similar generation
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display size3"3"Same display measurement
Display resolution460k460kEqual display resolution
Selfie screen Neither comes with selfie screen

Panasonic ZS20 vs Pentax Q10 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is going to carry your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZS20 comes with exterior dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Pentax Q10 has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic ZS20 versus Pentax Q10 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use during that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the ZS20 vs the Q10.

Panasonic ZS20 vs Pentax Q10 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ZS20 and Q10 is 92 and 92 respectively.

Panasonic ZS20 vs Pentax Q10 top view buttons comparison

Panasonic ZS20 vs Pentax Q10 Sensor Comparison

Typically, its hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizing only by checking a spec sheet. The photograph here should provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS20 and Q10.

Clearly, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Panasonic ZS20 to give greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively.

Panasonic ZS20 vs Pentax Q10 sensor size comparison

Panasonic ZS20 vs Pentax Q10 Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic ZS20 vs Pentax Q10 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Panasonic ZS20
Portrait photography with Pentax Q10
30
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
can't use external flash
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
48
you can focus manually
high flash sync speed (1/2,000s)
provides face detection focus
delivers RAW files
megapixel count low (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
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Street Comparison

Panasonic ZS20 Street photography info
Pentax Q10 Street photography info
65
has image stabilization (Optical)
provides touch focus
lighter than competition in class (206 grams)
no articulating screen
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
68
image stabilization (Sensor based)
delivers RAW files
lighter than others (200 grams)
fixed screen
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
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Sports Comparison

Panasonic ZS20 Sports photography info
Pentax Q10 Sports photography info
47
amazing zoom range (24-480mm 20.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
features tracking focus
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
low battery life (260 CIPA)
no phase detect autofocus
36
great max shutter speed (1/8,000s)
image stabilization (Sensor based)
provides tracking autofocus
max frames per second very slow (5.0 fps)
megapixel count low (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
low battery life (270 CIPA)
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Panasonic ZS20 Travel photography factors
Pentax Q10 Travel photography factors
68
lighter than competition in class (206 grams)
provides touch focus
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
has built in flash
reasonably wide (24mm)
long zoom (480mm)
missing Timelapse mode
low battery life (260 shots)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
60
lighter than others (200 grams)
has built in flash
low battery life (270 CIPA)
megapixel count low (12MP)
display isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Panasonic ZS20
Landscape photography with Pentax Q10
42
reasonably wide (24mm)
nice screen size (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
low battery life (260 shots)
missing Timelapse mode
54
you can focus manually
interchangeable lenses (Pentax Q mount)
nice screen size (3 inch)
image stabilization (Sensor based)
delivers RAW files
megapixel count low (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
low battery life (270 CIPA)
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Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic ZS20 Vlogging features
Pentax Q10 Vlogging features
34
reasonably wide (24mm)
has touchscreen
has image stabilization (Optical)
high quality video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than competition in class (206 grams)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
missing microphone support
35
image stabilization (Sensor based)
provides face detection focus
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than others (200 grams)
display isn't selfie friendly
does not have external mic socket
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Panasonic ZS20 vs Pentax Q10 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic ZS20 and Pentax Q10
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20Pentax Q10
General Information
Brand Name Panasonic Pentax
Model Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 Pentax Q10
Also referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ30 -
Type Small Sensor Superzoom Entry-Level Mirrorless
Released 2012-04-26 2012-09-10
Physical type Compact Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
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 14MP 12MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4320 x 3240 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 6400 6400
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Number of focus points 23 25
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens Pentax Q
Lens focal range 24-480mm (20.0x) -
Maximum aperture f/3.3-6.4 -
Macro focus range 3cm -
Number of lenses - 8
Focal length multiplier 5.9 5.8
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 3" 3"
Display resolution 460k dots 460k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Display technology - TFT Color LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None Optical (optional)
Features
Minimum shutter speed 15 seconds 30 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/8000 seconds
Continuous shutter rate 10.0 frames/s 5.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 6.40 m 7.00 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Trailing-curtain sync
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Fastest flash synchronize - 1/2000 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 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 file format MPEG-4, AVCHD MPEG-4, H.264
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS BuiltIn None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 206g (0.45 lb) 200g (0.44 lb)
Physical dimensions 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") 102 x 58 x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested 49
DXO Color Depth score not tested 21.1
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 10.9
DXO Low light score not tested 183
Other
Battery life 260 photographs 270 photographs
Battery type Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model - D-LI68
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 12 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots One One
Retail cost $349 $350