Fujifilm X30 vs Pentax RZ10

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Fujifilm X30 vs Pentax RZ10, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands FujiFilm and Pentax. The resolution of the Fujifilm X30 (12MP) and the RZ10 (14MP) is pretty close but the Fujifilm X30 (2/3") and RZ10 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm X30 was unveiled 3 years later than the RZ10 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise summation of how the Fujifilm X30 matches up versus the RZ10 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X30 & Pentax Optio RZ10. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm X30 Gallery & Pentax RZ10 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X30 enjoys outer dimensions of 119mm x 72mm x 60mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 2.4") and a weight of 423 grams (0.93 lbs) and 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).

Contrast the Fujifilm X30 vs Pentax RZ10 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm X30 against the RZ10.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X30 and RZ10 is 80 and 92 respectively.

Quite often, it is very hard to see the gap in sensor sizing purely by viewing specifications. The photograph below should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X30 and RZ10.

Plainly, the two cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X30 having a bigger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Pentax RZ10 will provide you with greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X30 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.