Panasonic ZS7 vs Pentax I-10

In this write-up, we are reviewing the Panasonic ZS7 and Pentax I-10, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the ZS7 (12MP) and the I-10 (12MP) is very similar and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ZS7 was released 18 months later than the I-10 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the ZS7 matches up against the I-10 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 & Pentax Optio I-10. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS7 Gallery & Pentax I-10 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZS7 features external dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Pentax I-10 has measurements of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have at that moment. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the ZS7 versus the I-10.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the ZS7 and I-10 is 91 and 93 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to imagine the gap between sensor measurements only by reviewing specifications. The photograph here will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS7 and I-10.

Plainly, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution and you can expect similar quality of images though you need to take the launch date of the products into consideration. The more recent ZS7 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.