Panasonic ZS10 vs Pentax RZ18

Here, we will be matching up the Panasonic ZS10 and Pentax RZ18, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the ZS10 (14MP) and the RZ18 (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ZS10 was manufactured 7 months before the RZ18 which means that they are both of a similar age. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a full comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the ZS10 matches up versus the RZ18 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10 & Pentax Optio RZ18. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS10 Gallery & Pentax RZ18 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZS10 enjoys outside measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Pentax RZ18 has dimensions of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic ZS10 and Pentax RZ18 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the ZS10 versus the RZ18.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ZS10 and RZ18 is 91 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizing merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic here will give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS10 and RZ18.

Clearly, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can expect the Pentax RZ18 to offer you greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The older ZS10 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.