Panasonic ZR3 vs Pentax RZ10

In this article, we are comparing the Panasonic ZR3 and Pentax RZ10, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the ZR3 (14MP) and the RZ10 (14MP) is fairly close and they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ZR3 was released 17 months prior to the RZ10 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the ZR3 matches up versus the RZ10 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 and Pentax Optio RZ10. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZR3 Gallery and Pentax RZ10 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic ZR3 offers outer measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Pentax RZ10 has specifications of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

Check the Panasonic ZR3 and Pentax RZ10 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the ZR3 versus the RZ10.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ZR3 and RZ10 is 94 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to see the gap in sensor sizing simply by researching specs. The visual here should provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the ZR3 and RZ10.

All in all, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of files though you really should take the production date of the cameras into account. The older ZR3 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.