Panasonic ZS50 vs Pentax I-10

The following is a complete comparison of the Panasonic ZS50 and Pentax I-10, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the ZS50 (12MP) and the I-10 (12MP) is relatively similar and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ZS50 was announced 5 years after the I-10 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the ZS50 matches up vs the I-10 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50 & Pentax Optio I-10. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic ZS50 Gallery & Pentax I-10 Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS50 has exterior measurements of 111mm x 65mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Pentax I-10 has proportions of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic ZS50 and Pentax I-10 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the ZS50 and the I-10.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ZS50 and I-10 is 90 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, its tough to picture the gap between sensor dimensions only by going over specs. The picture here may provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS50 and I-10.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP so you can expect similar quality of photos but you need to consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The more modern ZS50 should have an advantage in sensor technology.