Panasonic FZ35 vs Pentax RZ10

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").

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The 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.

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.

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.

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.