Panasonic TS4 vs Pentax RZ10
92 Imaging
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92 Imaging
37 Features
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Panasonic TS4 vs Pentax RZ10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 197g - 103 x 64 x 27mm
- Launched January 2012
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-FT4
- Replaced the Panasonic TS3
- Renewed by Panasonic TS5
(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 TS4 vs Pentax RZ10 Overview
Below is a comprehensive assessment of the Panasonic TS4 versus Pentax RZ10, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the TS4 (12MP) and the RZ10 (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe TS4 was introduced 7 months later than the RZ10 so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick summation of how the TS4 scores vs the RZ10 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Panasonic TS4 vs Pentax RZ10 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 and Pentax Optio RZ10. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic TS4 Gallery and Pentax RZ10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS4 over the Pentax RZ10
TS4 | RZ10 | |||
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Revealed | January 2012 | July 2011 | More recent by 7 months |
Reasons to pick Pentax RZ10 over the Panasonic TS4
RZ10 | TS4 | |||
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Focus manually | Very exact focus |
Common features in the Panasonic TS4 and Pentax RZ10
TS4 | RZ10 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 2.7" | 2.7" | Same screen dimensions | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither contains Touch screen |
Panasonic TS4 vs Pentax RZ10 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic TS4 has got physical dimensions 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 sizing of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).
Check out the Panasonic TS4 versus Pentax RZ10 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the TS4 versus the RZ10.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TS4 and RZ10 is 92 and 92 respectively.
Panasonic TS4 vs Pentax RZ10 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very difficult to picture the contrast in sensor measurements only by checking out specifications. The photograph underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the TS4 and RZ10.
To sum up, both cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should count on the Pentax RZ10 to produce more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The fresher TS4 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Panasonic TS4 vs Pentax RZ10 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 | Pentax Optio RZ10 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 | Pentax Optio RZ10 |
Also Known as | Lumix DMC-FT4 | - |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2012-01-31 | 2011-07-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine FHD | - |
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 surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 23 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-128mm (4.6x) | 28-280mm (10.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.2-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1300 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.60 m | 2.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 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 | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 197 grams (0.43 pounds) | 178 grams (0.39 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 64 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") | 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 | 310 pictures | 178 pictures |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $399 | $200 |