Panasonic FX78 vs Pentax RZ10

Following is a comprehensive assessment of the Panasonic FX78 vs Pentax RZ10, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the FX78 (12MP) and the RZ10 (14MP) is very well matched and they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FX78 was introduced 5 months before the RZ10 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a short introduction of how the FX78 grades against the RZ10 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 & Pentax Optio RZ10. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FX78 Gallery & Pentax RZ10 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FX78 provides exterior dimensions of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Pentax RZ10 has dimensions of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have at the time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the FX78 against the RZ10.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the FX78 and RZ10 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizes purely by looking at a spec sheet. The picture underneath will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the FX78 and RZ10.

As you can see, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You can expect to see the Pentax RZ10 to give you extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively.