Panasonic ZS5 vs Pentax RZ10
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![Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS5/Panasonic-ZS5-front.jpg)
![Pentax Optio RZ10 front Pentax Optio RZ10 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Pentax-Optio-RZ10/Pentax-RZ10-front.jpg)
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Panasonic ZS5 vs Pentax RZ10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
- 214g - 103 x 60 x 32mm
- Revealed June 2010
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-TZ8
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-280mm (F3.2-5.9) lens
- 178g - 97 x 61 x 33mm
- Released July 2011
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Panasonic ZS5 vs Pentax RZ10 Overview
Let's look much closer at the Panasonic ZS5 versus Pentax RZ10, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the ZS5 (12MP) and the RZ10 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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The ZS5 was brought out 13 months prior to the RZ10 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief overview of how the ZS5 scores vs the RZ10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Panasonic ZS5 vs Pentax RZ10 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5 & Pentax Optio RZ10. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS5 Gallery & Pentax RZ10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS5 over the Pentax RZ10
ZS5 | RZ10 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax RZ10 over the Panasonic ZS5
RZ10 | ZS5 | |||
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Released | July 2011 | ![]() | June 2010 | More modern by 13 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing |
Common features in the Panasonic ZS5 and Pentax RZ10
ZS5 | RZ10 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal screen dimensions |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic ZS5 vs Pentax RZ10 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry around your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZS5 enjoys external measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Pentax RZ10 has dimensions of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).
Check out the Panasonic ZS5 versus Pentax RZ10 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the ZS5 vs the RZ10.
![Panasonic ZS5 vs Pentax RZ10 size comparison Panasonic ZS5 vs Pentax RZ10 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS5-vs-Pentax-Optio-RZ10-size-comparison.jpg)
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ZS5 and RZ10 is 92 and 92 respectively.
![Panasonic ZS5 vs Pentax RZ10 top view buttons comparison Panasonic ZS5 vs Pentax RZ10 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS5-vs-Pentax-Optio-RZ10-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Panasonic ZS5 vs Pentax RZ10 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes only by looking through a spec sheet. The image here should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS5 and RZ10.
Clearly, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Pentax RZ10 to render extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots more aggressively. The more aged ZS5 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.
![Panasonic ZS5 vs Pentax RZ10 sensor size comparison Panasonic ZS5 vs Pentax RZ10 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS5-vs-Pentax-Optio-RZ10-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Panasonic ZS5 vs Pentax RZ10 Screen and ViewFinder
![Panasonic ZS5 vs Pentax RZ10 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Panasonic ZS5 vs Pentax RZ10 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS5-vs-Pentax-Optio-RZ10-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Panasonic ZS5 vs Pentax RZ10 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5 | Pentax Optio RZ10 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5 | Pentax Optio RZ10 |
Otherwise known as | Lumix DMC-TZ8 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2010-06-16 | 2011-07-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Venus Engine HD II | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-300mm (12.0x) | 28-280mm (10.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-4.9 | f/3.2-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1300 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.30 m | 2.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 214 gr (0.47 lbs) | 178 gr (0.39 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 60 x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 97 x 61 x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 178 photographs |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $300 | $200 |