Panasonic ZR1 vs Pentax RZ10

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Panasonic ZR1 versus Pentax RZ10, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the ZR1 (12MP) and the RZ10 (14MP) is relatively similar and they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ZR1 was manufactured 24 months before the RZ10 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short summary of how the ZR1 grades against the RZ10 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 and Pentax Optio RZ10. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic ZR1 Gallery and Pentax RZ10 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZR1 provides outer measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Pentax RZ10 has measurements of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic ZR1 versus Pentax RZ10 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at the time. Following is the front view size comparison of the ZR1 against the RZ10.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ZR1 and RZ10 is 94 and 92 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to envision the gap between sensor dimensions purely by going over a spec sheet. The image below might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the ZR1 and RZ10.

As you can see, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Pentax RZ10 to offer you greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged ZR1 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.