Pentax RZ10 vs Samsung DV150F

Its time to look more closely at the Pentax RZ10 versus Samsung DV150F, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Pentax and Samsung. The resolution of the RZ10 (14MP) and the DV150F (16MP) is very well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The RZ10 was unveiled 17 months earlier than the DV150F making them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the RZ10 matches up versus the DV150F in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax Optio RZ10 and Samsung DV150F. The full galleries are available at Pentax RZ10 Gallery and Samsung DV150F Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Pentax RZ10 provides physical measurements of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Samsung DV150F has dimensions of 96mm x 55mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Analyze the Pentax RZ10 versus Samsung DV150F in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the RZ10 versus the DV150F.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the RZ10 and DV150F is 92 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizes just by looking at specs. The picture here will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the RZ10 and DV150F.

All in all, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Samsung DV150F to resolve greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged RZ10 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.