Panasonic FZ35 vs Pentax RZ10
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Panasonic FZ35 vs Pentax RZ10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-486mm (F2.8-4.4) lens
- 397g - 118 x 76 x 89mm
- Released July 2010
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-FZ38
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-280mm (F3.2-5.9) lens
- 178g - 97 x 61 x 33mm
- Launched July 2011
Panasonic FZ35 vs Pentax RZ10 Overview
Its time to take a more detailed look at the Panasonic FZ35 vs Pentax RZ10, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the FZ35 (12MP) and the RZ10 (14MP) is very comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe FZ35 was launched 12 months earlier than the RZ10 so they are of a similar generation. The two cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FZ35 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax RZ10 being a Compact camera.
Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the FZ35 grades versus the RZ10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic FZ35 vs Pentax RZ10 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 and Pentax Optio RZ10. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FZ35 Gallery and Pentax RZ10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ35 over the Pentax RZ10
FZ35 | RZ10 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax RZ10 over the Panasonic FZ35
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Launched | July 2011 | July 2010 | Newer by 12 months |
Common features in the Panasonic FZ35 and Pentax RZ10
FZ35 | RZ10 | |||
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Manually focus | More accurate focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equal display measurement | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither provides Touch display |
Panasonic FZ35 vs Pentax RZ10 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic FZ35 provides outer measurements of 118mm x 76mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") having a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs) whilst the Pentax RZ10 has specifications of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).
Compare the Panasonic FZ35 vs Pentax RZ10 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the FZ35 and the RZ10.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the FZ35 and RZ10 is 72 and 92 respectively.
Panasonic FZ35 vs Pentax RZ10 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very difficult to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions simply by seeing specifications. The picture underneath will offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ35 and RZ10.
Plainly, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should expect to see the Pentax RZ10 to produce greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop images a bit more aggressively. The more aged FZ35 will be behind in sensor innovation.
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Panasonic FZ35 vs Pentax RZ10 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 | Pentax Optio RZ10 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 | Pentax Optio RZ10 |
Also Known as | Lumix DMC-FZ38 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2010-07-06 | 2011-07-19 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine V | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 27-486mm (18.0x) | 28-280mm (10.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-4.4 | f/3.2-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | - | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 8.50 m | 2.80 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | AVCHD Lite, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 397 gr (0.88 lbs) | 178 gr (0.39 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 118 x 76 x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") | 97 x 61 x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 178 shots |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 pictures)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $999 | $200 |