Panasonic ZS15 vs Pentax RZ10

On this page, we will be analyzing the Panasonic ZS15 versus Pentax RZ10, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the ZS15 (12MP) and the RZ10 (14MP) is pretty similar and both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ZS15 was manufactured 12 months later than the RZ10 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short introduction of how the ZS15 scores versus the RZ10 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 & Pentax Optio RZ10. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS15 Gallery & Pentax RZ10 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic ZS15 features outside measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs) and 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).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have during that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the ZS15 versus the RZ10.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the ZS15 and RZ10 is 92 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to picture the difference between sensor sizing purely by going over a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS15 and RZ10.

Clearly, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Pentax RZ10 to deliver greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more recent ZS15 should have an advantage in sensor technology.