Panasonic G9 vs Pentax RZ10

Here, we are evaluating the Panasonic G9 versus Pentax RZ10, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the G9 (20MP) and RZ10 (14MP) and the G9 (Four Thirds) and RZ10 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor dimensions.

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The G9 was unveiled 6 years after the RZ10 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic G9 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax RZ10 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a quick summation of how the G9 grades vs the RZ10 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 and Pentax Optio RZ10. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic G9 Gallery and Pentax RZ10 Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic G9 comes with outer measurements of 137mm x 97mm x 92mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 3.6") having a weight of 658 grams (1.45 lbs) and the Pentax RZ10 has measurements of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic G9 versus Pentax RZ10 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at the time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the G9 and the RZ10.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G9 and RZ10 is 62 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to see the gap between sensor sizes simply by reviewing specs. The pic below will provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the G9 and RZ10.

All in all, each of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The G9 using its larger sensor will make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Panasonic G9 will offer you extra detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The newer G9 will have an advantage in sensor technology.