Panasonic TS3 vs Pentax RZ10

Here, we are matching up the Panasonic TS3 versus Pentax RZ10, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the TS3 (12MP) and the RZ10 (14MP) is very close and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TS3 was revealed about the same time to the RZ10 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a thorough comparison, here is a short summation of how the TS3 scores vs the RZ10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 and Pentax Optio RZ10. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic TS3 Gallery and Pentax RZ10 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic TS3 features outside measurements of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") with a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Pentax RZ10 has proportions of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use during that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the TS3 against the RZ10.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TS3 and RZ10 is 92 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizes only by looking through specifications. The image below should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the TS3 and RZ10.

To sum up, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Pentax RZ10 to result in more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos way more aggressively.