Panasonic ZS10 vs Pentax RZ10

Here is a extensive assessment of the Panasonic ZS10 and Pentax RZ10, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the ZS10 (14MP) and the RZ10 (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The ZS10 was manufactured 5 months prior to the RZ10 and they are both of a similar age. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a complete comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the ZS10 grades versus the RZ10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10 & Pentax Optio RZ10. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS10 Gallery & Pentax RZ10 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZS10 has got outside dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Pentax RZ10 has dimensions of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the ZS10 and the RZ10.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the ZS10 and RZ10 is 91 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizing just by going through specs. The photograph underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS10 and RZ10.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP and you can expect comparable quality of photographs however you should factor the launch date of the cameras into account.