Panasonic FP3 vs Pentax RZ10

The following is a in depth assessment of the Panasonic FP3 and Pentax RZ10, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the FP3 (14MP) and the RZ10 (14MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FP3 was manufactured 18 months earlier than the RZ10 which makes them a generation away from each other. The two cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FP3 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax RZ10 being a Compact camera.

Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a quick view of how the FP3 scores vs the RZ10 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 and Pentax Optio RZ10. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP3 Gallery and Pentax RZ10 Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FP3 has physical measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Pentax RZ10 has measurements of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FP3 and Pentax RZ10 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the FP3 versus the RZ10.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the FP3 and RZ10 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Generally, its hard to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by looking at a spec sheet. The picture here may give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the FP3 and RZ10.

Clearly, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution so you should expect similar quality of photographs however you should always factor the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged FP3 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.