Panasonic FH22 vs Pentax RZ10

Its time to look a bit more closely at the Panasonic FH22 and Pentax RZ10, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the FH22 (14MP) and the RZ10 (14MP) is relatively similar and they come with the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FH22 was announced 18 months earlier than the RZ10 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the FH22 scores vs the RZ10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 and Pentax Optio RZ10. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FH22 Gallery and Pentax RZ10 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH22 enjoys exterior dimensions of 100mm x 57mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Pentax RZ10 has proportions of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

See the Panasonic FH22 and Pentax RZ10 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the FH22 vs the RZ10.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FH22 and RZ10 is 94 and 92 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizes just by reviewing specs. The picture below might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the FH22 and RZ10.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of pictures but you will want to take the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged FH22 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.