Panasonic ZS45 vs Pentax I-10

In this write-up, we are reviewing the Panasonic ZS45 versus Pentax I-10, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a considerable gap between the resolutions of the ZS45 (16MP) and I-10 (12MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ZS45 was manufactured 5 years later than the I-10 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple view of how the ZS45 grades against the I-10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 & Pentax Optio I-10. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS45 Gallery & Pentax I-10 Gallery.

For those who are going to lug around your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS45 offers exterior dimensions of 108mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs) and the Pentax I-10 has proportions of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic ZS45 versus Pentax I-10 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using at that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the ZS45 versus the I-10.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ZS45 and I-10 is 91 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements only by reviewing technical specs. The photograph here might give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS45 and I-10.

As you have seen, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You can expect to see the Panasonic ZS45 to offer you greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics far more aggressively. The younger ZS45 provides an edge in sensor technology.