Olympus 8000 vs Pentax RZ10

On this page, we will be reviewing the Olympus 8000 and Pentax RZ10, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the 8000 (12MP) and the RZ10 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The 8000 was brought out 24 months prior to the RZ10 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a full comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the 8000 scores versus the RZ10 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus Tough 8000 & Pentax Optio RZ10. The entire galleries are available at Olympus 8000 Gallery & Pentax RZ10 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus 8000 enjoys physical measurements of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst 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).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the 8000 compared to the RZ10.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the 8000 and RZ10 is 94 and 92 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizing simply by researching technical specs. The graphic here should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the 8000 and RZ10.

As you can tell, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can count on the Pentax RZ10 to render more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs more aggressively. The older 8000 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.