Olympus VH-515 vs Pentax RZ10

Here, we will be evaluating the Olympus VH-515 vs Pentax RZ10, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the VH-515 (12MP) and the RZ10 (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The VH-515 was released 14 months later than the RZ10 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short view of how the VH-515 matches up against the RZ10 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus VH-515 and Pentax Optio RZ10. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus VH-515 Gallery and Pentax RZ10 Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus VH-515 features exterior dimensions of 102mm x 60mm x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") having a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Pentax RZ10 has specifications of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

Look at the Olympus VH-515 vs Pentax RZ10 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the VH-515 and the RZ10.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the VH-515 and RZ10 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to envision the contrast in sensor measurements only by going through technical specs. The graphic here might give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the VH-515 and RZ10.

As you can tell, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Pentax RZ10 to show more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The fresher VH-515 is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.