Panasonic GH4 vs Pentax RZ10

Lets look much closer at the Panasonic GH4 versus Pentax RZ10, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the GH4 (16MP) and the RZ10 (14MP) is relatively well matched but the GH4 (Four Thirds) and RZ10 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor size.

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The GH4 was released 2 years later than the RZ10 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GH4 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax RZ10 being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the GH4 scores vs the RZ10 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4 and Pentax Optio RZ10. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic GH4 Gallery and Pentax RZ10 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic GH4 provides exterior dimensions of 133mm x 93mm x 84mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 3.3") with a weight of 560 grams (1.23 lbs) while the Pentax RZ10 has specifications of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic GH4 versus Pentax RZ10 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is a front view size comparison of the GH4 versus the RZ10.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GH4 and RZ10 is 66 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to see the contrast between sensor sizing just by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph below should offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the GH4 and RZ10.

Clearly, both of these cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The GH4 featuring a bigger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Panasonic GH4 will resolve greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The newer GH4 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.