Panasonic TS10 vs Pentax RZ18

Following is a detailed assessment of the Panasonic TS10 and Pentax RZ18, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the TS10 (14MP) and the RZ18 (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TS10 was announced 19 months earlier than the RZ18 making them a generation away from one another. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a more detailed comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the TS10 grades against the RZ18 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS10 & Pentax Optio RZ18. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS10 Gallery & Pentax RZ18 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic TS10 has physical dimensions of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Pentax RZ18 has sizing of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the TS10 and the RZ18.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TS10 and RZ18 is 93 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, its tough to picture the difference between sensor sizes just by reading technical specs. The picture below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the TS10 and RZ18.

As you have seen, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You can anticipate the Pentax RZ18 to offer you greater detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged TS10 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.