Panasonic ZS8 vs Pentax I-10

Here, we will be reviewing the Panasonic ZS8 versus Pentax I-10, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the ZS8 (14MP) and the I-10 (12MP) is pretty close and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ZS8 was released 18 months after the I-10 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the ZS8 grades against the I-10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8 & Pentax Optio I-10. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS8 Gallery & Pentax I-10 Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera often, you need to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic ZS8 has outer measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs) and the Pentax I-10 has specifications 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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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select during that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the ZS8 against the I-10.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the ZS8 and I-10 is 92 and 93 respectively.

Generally, its hard to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by researching a spec sheet. The pic underneath might provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS8 and I-10.

Clearly, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Panasonic ZS8 to result in more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The younger ZS8 should have an edge in sensor innovation.