Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Pentax RZ10

Following is a extensive review of the Fujifilm Z1000EXR and Pentax RZ10, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Pentax. The image resolution of the Fujifilm Z1000EXR (16MP) and the RZ10 (14MP) is fairly well matched but the Fujifilm Z1000EXR (1/2") and RZ10 (1/2.3") come with different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm Z1000EXR was introduced 6 months after the RZ10 so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the Fujifilm Z1000EXR matches up against the RZ10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR and Pentax Optio RZ10. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm Z1000EXR Gallery and Pentax RZ10 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The Fujifilm Z1000EXR has outer dimensions of 102mm x 60mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.7") having a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Pentax RZ10 has sizing of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm Z1000EXR and Pentax RZ10 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm Z1000EXR and the RZ10.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm Z1000EXR and RZ10 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes just by looking at technical specs. The image here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm Z1000EXR and RZ10.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm Z1000EXR having a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Fujifilm Z1000EXR will give you extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images a little more aggressively.