Pentax RZ10 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

Let's look a bit more closely at the Pentax RZ10 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Pentax and Samsung. The resolution of the RZ10 (14MP) and the Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The RZ10 was unveiled 13 months earlier than the Galaxy Camera 3G which makes them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the RZ10 scores against the Galaxy Camera 3G with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax Optio RZ10 & Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G. The full galleries are available at Pentax RZ10 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and size. The Pentax RZ10 offers external measurements of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has specifications of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") and a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the RZ10 vs the Galaxy Camera 3G.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the RZ10 and Galaxy Camera 3G is 92 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements simply by checking specs. The graphic underneath might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the RZ10 and Galaxy Camera 3G.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G to give you more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older RZ10 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.