Panasonic SZ10 vs Pentax RZ10
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Panasonic SZ10 vs Pentax RZ10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 177g - 99 x 60 x 30mm
- Launched January 2015
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- 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 SZ10 vs Pentax RZ10 Overview
Following is a detailed review of the Panasonic SZ10 and Pentax RZ10, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the SZ10 (16MP) and the RZ10 (14MP) is relatively similar and they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe SZ10 was revealed 3 years after the RZ10 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a simple overview of how the SZ10 grades vs the RZ10 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic SZ10 vs Pentax RZ10 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10 & Pentax Optio RZ10. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic SZ10 Gallery & Pentax RZ10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ10 over the Pentax RZ10
SZ10 | RZ10 | |||
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Launched | January 2015 | July 2011 | More modern by 43 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax RZ10 over the Panasonic SZ10
RZ10 | SZ10 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial precise focus |
Common features in the Panasonic SZ10 and Pentax RZ10
SZ10 | RZ10 | |||
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Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Absent Touch screen |
Panasonic SZ10 vs Pentax RZ10 Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry around your camera, you should factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic SZ10 enjoys exterior measurements of 99mm x 60mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Pentax RZ10 has specifications of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).
See the Panasonic SZ10 and Pentax RZ10 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using during that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the SZ10 compared to the RZ10.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SZ10 and RZ10 is 93 and 92 respectively.
Panasonic SZ10 vs Pentax RZ10 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizes just by reviewing technical specs. The pic below may provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ10 and RZ10.
As you have seen, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You can count on the Panasonic SZ10 to offer you more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The more modern SZ10 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.
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Panasonic SZ10 vs Pentax RZ10 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10 | Pentax Optio RZ10 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10 | Pentax Optio RZ10 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2015-01-06 | 2011-07-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Highest boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-288mm (12.0x) | 28-280mm (10.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-6.3 | f/3.2-5.9 |
Macro focus range | - | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.4fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.20 m | 2.80 m |
Flash settings | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, slow sync w/redeye, off | 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 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p), 320 x 240 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 177g (0.39 lb) | 178g (0.39 lb) |
Dimensions | 99 x 60 x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 97 x 61 x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 200 photographs | 178 photographs |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $200 | $200 |