Olympus 5010 vs Pentax RZ10

Here, we are evaluating the Olympus 5010 vs Pentax RZ10, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the 5010 (14MP) and the RZ10 (14MP) is very well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The 5010 was launched 18 months prior to the RZ10 making them a generation away from one another. The two cameras feature different body design with the Olympus 5010 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax RZ10 being a Compact camera.

Before going right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the 5010 matches up against the RZ10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus 5010 and Pentax Optio RZ10. The complete galleries are available at Olympus 5010 Gallery and Pentax RZ10 Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus 5010 features physical measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Pentax RZ10 has proportions of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

Compare the Olympus 5010 vs Pentax RZ10 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the 5010 versus the RZ10.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 5010 and RZ10 is 96 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions simply by looking at specifications. The image below should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the 5010 and RZ10.

Plainly, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical resolution and you should expect similar quality of pictures though you have to take the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged 5010 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.