Panasonic TS25 vs Pentax RZ10
Portability
95 Imaging
40 Features
28 Overall
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95 Imaging
40 Features
28 Overall
35
Portability
92 Imaging
37 Features
31 Overall
34
92 Imaging
37 Features
31 Overall
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Panasonic TS25 vs Pentax RZ10 Key Specs
Panasonic TS25
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 144g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
- Released January 2013
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-FT25
Pentax RZ10
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- 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
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The following is a complete analysis of the Panasonic TS25 versus Pentax RZ10, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the TS25 (16MP) and the RZ10 (14MP) is fairly close and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the TS25 scores against the RZ10 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Photography Glossary Panasonic TS25 vs Pentax RZ10 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25 & Pentax Optio RZ10. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic TS25 Gallery & Pentax RZ10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS25 over the Pentax RZ10
| TS25 | RZ10 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | January 2013 |  | July 2011 | Newer by 18 months |
Reasons to pick Pentax RZ10 over the Panasonic TS25
| RZ10 | TS25 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Very accurate focusing |
Common features in the Panasonic TS25 and Pentax RZ10
| TS25 | RZ10 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display dimensions | 2.7" |  | 2.7" | Equal display dimensions |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | The same display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither features selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Panasonic TS25 vs Pentax RZ10 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to travel with your camera, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic TS25 enjoys outside dimensions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Pentax RZ10 has dimensions of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).
Contrast the Panasonic TS25 versus Pentax RZ10 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the TS25 against the RZ10.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the TS25 and RZ10 is 95 and 92 respectively.
Panasonic TS25 vs Pentax RZ10 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions just by viewing specs. The picture here might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the TS25 and RZ10.
All in all, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You can anticipate the Panasonic TS25 to provide you with greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a bit more aggressively. The fresher TS25 should have a benefit in sensor technology.
Panasonic TS25 vs Pentax RZ10 Screen and ViewFinder
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Portrait Comparison
Panasonic TS25 Portrait photography information
Pentax RZ10 Portrait photography information
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
external flash not possible
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
has manual focus
good MP (14MP)
no manual control
external flash not possible
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Panasonic TS25 Street photography info
Pentax RZ10 Street photography info
image stabilization (Optical)
environment proofing
lighter than competitors in class (144g)
screen does not articulate
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
environment proofing
screen does not articulate
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Sports photography with Panasonic TS25
Sports photography with Pentax RZ10
image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
provides tracking focus
environment proofing
low max shutter speed (1/1,300s)
continuous shooting slow (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good MP (14 megapixels)
has tracking focus
environment proofing
continuous shooting slow (1.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor is small (1/2.3")
bad battery (178 per charge)
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Panasonic TS25 as a Travel photography camera
Pentax RZ10 as a Travel photography camera
lighter than competitors in class (144g)
environment proofing
resolution is good (16MP)
has built in flash
fairly wide (25mm)
lack of Timelapse function
display isn't selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.9)
environment proofing
good MP (14MP)
has built in flash
quite wide (28mm)
great reach (280mm)
lack of Time Lapse function
bad battery (178 shots)
display is not selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.2)
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Panasonic TS25 Landscape photography info
Pentax RZ10 Landscape photography info
fairly wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
environment proofing
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.9)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
no manual control
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
lack of Timelapse function
has manual focus
quite wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good MP (14MP)
environment proofing
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.2)
screen is small (2.7 inches)
no manual control
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
bad battery (178 CIPA)
lack of Time Lapse function
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Panasonic TS25 Vlogging information
Pentax RZ10 Vlogging information
fairly wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors in class (144 grams)
slow max aperture (f3.9)
display isn't selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of microphone support
quite wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
slow max aperture (f3.2)
display is not selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of mic socket
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Panasonic TS25 vs Pentax RZ10 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25 | Pentax Optio RZ10 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Panasonic | Pentax |
| Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25 | Pentax Optio RZ10 |
| Also called | Lumix DMC-FT25 | - |
| Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
| Released | 2013-01-07 | 2011-07-19 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Total focus points | 23 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 28-280mm (10.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/3.9-5.7 | f/3.2-5.9 |
| Macro focusing range | 5cm | 1cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
| Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Display technology | TFT LCD | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/1300 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 4.40 m | 2.80 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (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 data format | MPEG-4 | Motion JPEG |
| Mic 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 | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 144g (0.32 pounds) | 178g (0.39 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 97 x 61 x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around 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 | 250 photos | 178 photos |
| Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | - | D-LI92 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Price at launch | $180 | $200 |