Nikon D40 vs Pentax RZ10
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Nikon D40 vs Pentax RZ10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 1600 (Bump to 3200)
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 522g - 124 x 94 x 64mm
- Launched December 2006
- Refreshed by Nikon D3000
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- 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
Nikon D40 vs Pentax RZ10 Overview
Its time to look more closely at the Nikon D40 and Pentax RZ10, former is a Entry-Level DSLR while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Nikon and Pentax. There exists a noticeable gap between the resolutions of the D40 (6MP) and RZ10 (14MP) and the D40 (APS-C) and RZ10 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor sizing.
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durabilityThe D40 was announced 5 years earlier than the RZ10 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon D40 being a Compact SLR camera and the Pentax RZ10 being a Compact camera.
Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the D40 scores versus the RZ10 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon D40 vs Pentax RZ10 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon D40 & Pentax Optio RZ10. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon D40 Gallery & Pentax RZ10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D40 over the Pentax RZ10
D40 | RZ10 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax RZ10 over the Nikon D40
RZ10 | D40 | |||
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Released | July 2011 | December 2006 | More modern by 55 months | |
Screen size | 2.7" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Common features in the Nikon D40 and Pentax RZ10
D40 | RZ10 | |||
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Manual focus | More accurate focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither has Touch screen |
Nikon D40 vs Pentax RZ10 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon D40 has physical dimensions of 124mm x 94mm x 64mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.5") accompanied by a weight of 522 grams (1.15 lbs) whilst the Pentax RZ10 has dimensions of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).
Compare the Nikon D40 and Pentax RZ10 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the D40 against the RZ10.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the D40 and RZ10 is 71 and 92 respectively.
Nikon D40 vs Pentax RZ10 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizes purely by going over technical specs. The picture here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the D40 and RZ10.
As you can tell, each of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The D40 having a bigger sensor will make getting bokeh less difficult and the Pentax RZ10 will offer you extra detail with its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged D40 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.
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Nikon D40 vs Pentax RZ10 Specifications
Nikon D40 | Pentax Optio RZ10 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Pentax |
Model | Nikon D40 | Pentax Optio RZ10 |
Type | Entry-Level DSLR | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2006-12-21 | 2011-07-19 |
Body design | Compact SLR | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 23.7 x 15.5mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 367.4mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 6 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3008 x 2000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Highest boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 200 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon F | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 28-280mm (10.0x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/3.2-5.9 |
Macro focus range | - | 1cm |
Total lenses | 309 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.5" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | - | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.53x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 17.00 m | 2.80 m |
Flash options | Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/500s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | None | 1280x720 |
Video data format | - | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 522 gr (1.15 lbs) | 178 gr (0.39 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 94 x 64mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.5") | 97 x 61 x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 56 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.0 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.0 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 561 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 178 photographs |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL9 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 to 20 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $500 | $200 |