Panasonic FZ40 vs Pentax RZ10

Lets look more closely at the Panasonic FZ40 versus Pentax RZ10, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the FZ40 (14MP) and the RZ10 (14MP) is very well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FZ40 was manufactured 12 months prior to the RZ10 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FZ40 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax RZ10 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight into a full comparison, below is a brief summation of how the FZ40 grades versus the RZ10 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40 and Pentax Optio RZ10. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FZ40 Gallery and Pentax RZ10 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FZ40 enjoys physical dimensions of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") and a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs) while the Pentax RZ10 has proportions of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FZ40 versus Pentax RZ10 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the FZ40 compared to the RZ10.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the FZ40 and RZ10 is 68 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reading through specifications. The graphic below should give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the FZ40 and RZ10.

Plainly, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs however you would want to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The older FZ40 is going to be behind in sensor technology.