Panasonic FZ150 vs Pentax RZ10

Following is a thorough overview of the Panasonic FZ150 versus Pentax RZ10, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the FZ150 (12MP) and the RZ10 (14MP) is pretty similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FZ150 was revealed 9 months after the RZ10 and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FZ150 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax RZ10 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick view of how the FZ150 matches up vs the RZ10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150 and Pentax Optio RZ10. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ150 Gallery and Pentax RZ10 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic FZ150 features physical dimensions of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") having a weight of 528 grams (1.16 lbs) and the Pentax RZ10 has specifications of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FZ150 versus Pentax RZ10 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the FZ150 compared to the RZ10.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the FZ150 and RZ10 is 67 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to see the contrast between sensor sizes just by going over specs. The image underneath might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the FZ150 and RZ10.

All in all, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Pentax RZ10 to offer extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The younger FZ150 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.