Pentax P70 vs Pentax RZ10

The following is a in depth review of the Pentax P70 and Pentax RZ10, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both produced by Pentax. The sensor resolution of the P70 (12MP) and the RZ10 (14MP) is pretty well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The P70 was launched 3 years earlier than the RZ10 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Pentax P70 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax RZ10 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple overview of how the P70 scores against the RZ10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax Optio P70 and Pentax Optio RZ10. The complete galleries are viewable at Pentax P70 Gallery and Pentax RZ10 Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Pentax P70 has got outside measurements of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Pentax RZ10 has specifications of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

Check out the Pentax P70 and Pentax RZ10 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the P70 compared to the RZ10.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the P70 and RZ10 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to envision the difference between sensor dimensions only by checking specs. The pic below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the P70 and RZ10.

All in all, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Pentax RZ10 to give greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged P70 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.