Panasonic TS2 vs Pentax RZ10
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Panasonic TS2 vs Pentax RZ10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 188g - 99 x 63 x 24mm
- Announced January 2010
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-FT2
- Older Model is Panasonic TS1
- Updated by Panasonic TS3
(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
- Revealed July 2011
Panasonic TS2 vs Pentax RZ10 Overview
Below is a in depth analysis of the Panasonic TS2 and Pentax RZ10, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the TS2 (14MP) and the RZ10 (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe TS2 was released 17 months prior to the RZ10 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a thorough comparison, here is a brief summation of how the TS2 scores versus the RZ10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Panasonic TS2 vs Pentax RZ10 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 & Pentax Optio RZ10. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic TS2 Gallery & Pentax RZ10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS2 over the Pentax RZ10
TS2 | RZ10 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax RZ10 over the Panasonic TS2
RZ10 | TS2 | |||
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Revealed | July 2011 | January 2010 | More recent by 17 months | |
Focus manually | Dial precise focusing |
Common features in the Panasonic TS2 and Pentax RZ10
TS2 | RZ10 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 2.7" | 2.7" | Same screen measurements | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic TS2 vs Pentax RZ10 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic TS2 provides exterior 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 RZ10 has dimensions of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).
Check out the Panasonic TS2 and Pentax RZ10 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the TS2 compared to the RZ10.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TS2 and RZ10 is 93 and 92 respectively.
Panasonic TS2 vs Pentax RZ10 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be hard to see the contrast between sensor measurements just by reading a spec sheet. The photograph here might provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TS2 and RZ10.
As you can see, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical MP so you can expect similar quality of images though you have to factor the age of the products into consideration. The older TS2 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Panasonic TS2 vs Pentax RZ10 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 | Pentax Optio RZ10 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 | Pentax Optio RZ10 |
Also referred to as | Lumix DMC-FT2 | - |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2010-01-26 | 2011-07-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Venus Engine HD II | - |
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 | 14MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-128mm (4.6x) | 28-280mm (10.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.2-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | - | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1300 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.10 m | 2.80 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | AVCHD Lite | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 188g (0.41 pounds) | 178g (0.39 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 63 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 97 x 61 x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 178 photos |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $350 | $200 |