Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Pentax RZ10
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Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Pentax RZ10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 167g - 98 x 66 x 22mm
- Introduced January 2013
(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
- Revealed July 2011
Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Pentax RZ10 Overview
The following is a thorough overview of the Olympus TG-630 iHS versus Pentax RZ10, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the TG-630 iHS (12MP) and the RZ10 (14MP) is pretty close and both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe TG-630 iHS was introduced 18 months after the RZ10 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a complete comparison, here is a concise summary of how the TG-630 iHS matches up against the RZ10 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Pentax RZ10 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus TG-630 iHS and Pentax Optio RZ10. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-630 iHS Gallery and Pentax RZ10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-630 iHS over the Pentax RZ10
TG-630 iHS | RZ10 | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | July 2011 | Newer by 18 months | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax RZ10 over the Olympus TG-630 iHS
RZ10 | TG-630 iHS | |||
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Manually focus | Dial precise focus |
Common features in the Olympus TG-630 iHS and Pentax RZ10
TG-630 iHS | RZ10 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither features Touch screen |
Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Pentax RZ10 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-630 iHS enjoys physical dimensions of 98mm x 66mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.9") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Pentax RZ10 has dimensions of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).
See the Olympus TG-630 iHS versus Pentax RZ10 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is a front view size comparison of the TG-630 iHS and the RZ10.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-630 iHS and RZ10 is 94 and 92 respectively.
Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Pentax RZ10 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very tough to see the contrast in sensor dimensions just by viewing specifications. The picture underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-630 iHS and RZ10.
To sum up, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Pentax RZ10 to render more detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures more aggressively. The newer TG-630 iHS is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.
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Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Pentax RZ10 Specifications
Olympus TG-630 iHS | Pentax Optio RZ10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Pentax |
Model | Olympus TG-630 iHS | Pentax Optio RZ10 |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2013-01-08 | 2011-07-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-280mm (10.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.9-5.9 | f/3.2-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 5.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 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 | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 167g (0.37 lbs) | 178g (0.39 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 66 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.9") | 97 x 61 x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 photographs | 178 photographs |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LI-50B | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $200 | $200 |