Olympus 7040 vs Pentax RZ10
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Olympus 7040 vs Pentax RZ10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-196mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 144g - 95 x 56 x 26mm
- Announced January 2010
- Additionally Known as mju 7040
(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
- Launched July 2011
Olympus 7040 vs Pentax RZ10 Overview
Its time to examine more closely at the Olympus 7040 versus Pentax RZ10, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Pentax. The resolution of the 7040 (14MP) and the RZ10 (14MP) is pretty well matched and they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe 7040 was released 18 months prior to the RZ10 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise summation of how the 7040 matches up versus the RZ10 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Olympus 7040 vs Pentax RZ10 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus 7040 & Pentax Optio RZ10. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus 7040 Gallery & Pentax RZ10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus 7040 over the Pentax RZ10
7040 | RZ10 | |||
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Screen dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Pentax RZ10 over the Olympus 7040
RZ10 | 7040 | |||
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Launched | July 2011 | January 2010 | Newer by 18 months | |
Manual focus | More accurate focusing |
Common features in the Olympus 7040 and Pentax RZ10
7040 | RZ10 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither includes Touch screen |
Olympus 7040 vs Pentax RZ10 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to travel with your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus 7040 features external measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Pentax RZ10 has dimensions of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).
Examine the Olympus 7040 versus Pentax RZ10 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the 7040 vs the RZ10.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 7040 and RZ10 is 95 and 92 respectively.
Olympus 7040 vs Pentax RZ10 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very hard to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by looking at technical specs. The image below might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the 7040 and RZ10.
As you have seen, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of images though you need to consider the age of the products into consideration. The more aged 7040 is going to be behind in sensor tech.
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Olympus 7040 vs Pentax RZ10 Specifications
Olympus Stylus 7040 | Pentax Optio RZ10 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Pentax |
Model type | Olympus Stylus 7040 | Pentax Optio RZ10 |
Also called as | mju 7040 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2010-01-07 | 2011-07-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | TruePic III | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 28-280mm (10.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.2-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 2cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.70 m | 2.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 144g (0.32 pounds) | 178g (0.39 pounds) |
Dimensions | 95 x 56 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 97 x 61 x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 178 photos |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SC/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $299 | $200 |