Panasonic FH3 vs Pentax RZ10

Here is a in depth overview of the Panasonic FH3 versus Pentax RZ10, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the FH3 (14MP) and the RZ10 (14MP) is relatively comparable and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FH3 was launched 18 months prior to the RZ10 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple overview of how the FH3 matches up vs the RZ10 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 & Pentax Optio RZ10. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH3 Gallery & Pentax RZ10 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH3 features exterior dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Pentax RZ10 has proportions of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you use at that moment. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the FH3 against the RZ10.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the FH3 and RZ10 is 94 and 92 respectively.

Often, its hard to see the gap in sensor sizing purely by checking out specifications. The visual underneath will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the FH3 and RZ10.

To sum up, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of images though you would want to factor the age of the cameras into account. The older FH3 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.