Casio EX-ZR100 vs Pentax RZ10
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Casio EX-ZR100 vs Pentax RZ10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 204g - 105 x 59 x 29mm
- Revealed July 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-280mm (F3.2-5.9) lens
- 178g - 97 x 61 x 33mm
- Released July 2011

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Pentax RZ10 Overview
Let's look a little more in depth at the Casio EX-ZR100 versus Pentax RZ10, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Casio and Pentax. The resolution of the EX-ZR100 (12MP) and the RZ10 (14MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR100 was revealed around the same time to the RZ10 and they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the EX-ZR100 scores versus the RZ10 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Pentax RZ10 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 & Pentax Optio RZ10. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR100 Gallery & Pentax RZ10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR100 over the Pentax RZ10
EX-ZR100 | RZ10 | |||
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Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax RZ10 over the Casio EX-ZR100
RZ10 | EX-ZR100 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR100 and Pentax RZ10
EX-ZR100 | RZ10 | |||
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Released | July 2011 | ![]() | July 2011 | Same age |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither provides Touch display |
Casio EX-ZR100 vs Pentax RZ10 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry your camera, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-ZR100 provides exterior dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Pentax RZ10 has proportions of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).
Analyze the Casio EX-ZR100 versus Pentax RZ10 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the EX-ZR100 compared to the RZ10.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR100 and RZ10 is 92 and 92 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Pentax RZ10 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very hard to see the difference in sensor sizing purely by seeing specifications. The graphic underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZR100 and RZ10.
Plainly, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Pentax RZ10 to provide more detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images way more aggressively.

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Pentax RZ10 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZR100 vs Pentax RZ10 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 | Pentax Optio RZ10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Pentax |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 | Pentax Optio RZ10 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2011-07-19 | 2011-07-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Exilim Engine HS | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 28-280mm (10.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.2-5.9 |
Macro focus range | - | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 461k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 40.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 2.80 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 432 x 320 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 64 (480, 1000 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 204 grams (0.45 lb) | 178 grams (0.39 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 97 x 61 x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 178 pictures |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $300 | $200 |