Pentax K-5 II vs Pentax RZ10
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Pentax K-5 II vs Pentax RZ10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Raise to 51200)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 760g - 131 x 97 x 73mm
- Announced June 2013
- Succeeded the Pentax K-5
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-280mm (F3.2-5.9) lens
- 178g - 97 x 61 x 33mm
- Introduced July 2011

Pentax K-5 II vs Pentax RZ10 Overview
On this page, we are matching up the Pentax K-5 II versus Pentax RZ10, one is a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are designed by Pentax. The image resolution of the K-5 II (16MP) and the RZ10 (14MP) is very well matched but the K-5 II (APS-C) and RZ10 (1/2.3") posses different sensor sizing.

The K-5 II was manufactured 23 months after the RZ10 making them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Pentax K-5 II being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Pentax RZ10 being a Compact camera.
Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the K-5 II matches up vs the RZ10 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Pentax K-5 II vs Pentax RZ10 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax K-5 II and Pentax Optio RZ10. The entire galleries are available at Pentax K-5 II Gallery and Pentax RZ10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax K-5 II over the Pentax RZ10
K-5 II | RZ10 | |||
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Introduced | June 2013 | ![]() | July 2011 | Newer by 23 months |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax RZ10 over the Pentax K-5 II
RZ10 | K-5 II |
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Common features in the Pentax K-5 II and Pentax RZ10
K-5 II | RZ10 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch display |
Pentax K-5 II vs Pentax RZ10 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera often, you need to consider its weight and size. The Pentax K-5 II features exterior measurements of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") and a weight of 760 grams (1.68 lbs) while the Pentax RZ10 has specifications of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).
See the Pentax K-5 II versus Pentax RZ10 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the K-5 II compared to the RZ10.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the K-5 II and RZ10 is 60 and 92 respectively.

Pentax K-5 II vs Pentax RZ10 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very hard to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reading through specifications. The image underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the K-5 II and RZ10.
Plainly, both of those cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The K-5 II due to its larger sensor is going to make getting bokeh less difficult and the Pentax K-5 II will give extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images more aggressively. The more recent K-5 II should have an advantage in sensor innovation.

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Pentax K-5 II vs Pentax RZ10 Specifications
Pentax K-5 II | Pentax Optio RZ10 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Pentax | Pentax |
Model | Pentax K-5 II | Pentax Optio RZ10 |
Category | Advanced DSLR | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2013-06-04 | 2011-07-19 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Prime II | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 23.7 x 15.7mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 372.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4928 x 3264 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Max boosted ISO | 51200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 80 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 9 |
Cross focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Pentax KAF2 | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 28-280mm (10.0x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/3.2-5.9 |
Macro focus range | - | 1cm |
Number of lenses | 151 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 921k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD monitor | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.61x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 7.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 13.00 m (at ISO 100) | 2.80 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, High speed, Rear curtain and Wireless | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (25 fps), 1280 x 720 (25, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (25, 30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 760 grams (1.68 lbs) | 178 grams (0.39 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 131 x 97 x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") | 97 x 61 x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 82 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.8 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 14.1 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 1235 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 980 images | 178 images |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | D-LI90 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $830 | $200 |