Panasonic S1H vs Pentax RZ10

Lets look a little more closely at the Panasonic S1H versus Pentax RZ10, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a large gap between the sensor resolutions of the S1H (24MP) and RZ10 (14MP) and the S1H (Full frame) and RZ10 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor size.

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The S1H was introduced 8 years later than the RZ10 and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic S1H being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax RZ10 being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a short view of how the S1H matches up versus the RZ10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H & Pentax Optio RZ10. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic S1H Gallery & Pentax RZ10 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic S1H comes with exterior dimensions of 151mm x 114mm x 110mm (5.9" x 4.5" x 4.3") with a weight of 1052 grams (2.32 lbs) and the Pentax RZ10 has proportions of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic S1H versus Pentax RZ10 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the S1H vs the RZ10.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S1H and RZ10 is 52 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to envision the difference between sensor sizing simply by going over a spec sheet. The graphic here will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the S1H and RZ10.

Clearly, both cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The S1H using its larger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic S1H will offer extra detail using its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The younger S1H will have an edge in sensor tech.