Panasonic ZS8 vs Pentax Q10

Lets take a more detailed look at the Panasonic ZS8 and Pentax Q10, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the ZS8 (14MP) and the Q10 (12MP) is fairly similar and they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ZS8 was launched 13 months prior to the Q10 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic ZS8 being a Compact camera and the Pentax Q10 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief view of how the ZS8 scores against the Q10 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8 and Pentax Q10. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS8 Gallery and Pentax Q10 Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera, you need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS8 features physical measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs) while the Pentax Q10 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the ZS8 versus the Q10.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ZS8 and Q10 is 92 and 92 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to see the difference between sensor measurements only by reviewing technical specs. The graphic underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS8 and Q10.

As you have seen, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Panasonic ZS8 to offer you greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The older ZS8 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.