Panasonic GF7 vs Pentax RZ10

On this page, we will be analyzing the Panasonic GF7 vs Pentax RZ10, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the GF7 (16MP) and the RZ10 (14MP) is pretty close but the GF7 (Four Thirds) and RZ10 (1/2.3") have different sensor dimensions.

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The GF7 was manufactured 3 years later than the RZ10 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Panasonic GF7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax RZ10 being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the GF7 scores versus the RZ10 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF7 and Pentax Optio RZ10. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic GF7 Gallery and Pentax RZ10 Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GF7 enjoys outside measurements of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs) while the Pentax RZ10 has measurements of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic GF7 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 based on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the GF7 vs the RZ10.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the GF7 and RZ10 is 90 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements merely by looking through a spec sheet. The photograph below might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the GF7 and RZ10.

Clearly, both of the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The GF7 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF easier and the Panasonic GF7 will result in greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The fresher GF7 should have an advantage in sensor innovation.