Pentax RZ10 vs Samsung HZ10W
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37 Features
31 Overall
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90 Imaging
33 Features
27 Overall
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Pentax RZ10 vs Samsung HZ10W Key Specs
(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
- Revealed July 2011
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.3-5.8) lens
- 249g - 105 x 61 x 37mm
- Released May 2009
- Also Known as WB500

Pentax RZ10 vs Samsung HZ10W Overview
On this page, we will be reviewing the Pentax RZ10 vs Samsung HZ10W, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Pentax and Samsung. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the RZ10 (14MP) and HZ10W (10MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The RZ10 was brought out 2 years later than the HZ10W and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the RZ10 grades vs the HZ10W in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Pentax RZ10 vs Samsung HZ10W Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax Optio RZ10 and Samsung HZ10W. The entire galleries are provided at Pentax RZ10 Gallery and Samsung HZ10W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax RZ10 over the Samsung HZ10W
RZ10 | HZ10W | |||
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Released | July 2011 | ![]() | May 2009 | More recent by 27 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ10W over the Pentax RZ10
HZ10W | RZ10 |
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Common features in the Pentax RZ10 and Samsung HZ10W
RZ10 | HZ10W | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal screen size |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Pentax RZ10 vs Samsung HZ10W Physical Comparison
In case you're going to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and size. The Pentax RZ10 comes with 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) while the Samsung HZ10W has specifications of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).
Analyze the Pentax RZ10 vs Samsung HZ10W in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select during that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the RZ10 against the HZ10W.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the RZ10 and HZ10W is 92 and 90 respectively.

Pentax RZ10 vs Samsung HZ10W Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is hard to envision the contrast in sensor measurements simply by viewing specs. The graphic underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the RZ10 and HZ10W.
As you can plainly see, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Pentax RZ10 to result in more detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots more aggressively. The newer RZ10 is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.

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Pentax RZ10 vs Samsung HZ10W Specifications
Pentax Optio RZ10 | Samsung HZ10W | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Pentax | Samsung |
Model | Pentax Optio RZ10 | Samsung HZ10W |
Also called | - | WB500 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2011-07-19 | 2009-05-14 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 | 14 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 3648 x 2432 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-280mm (10.0x) | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.2-5.9 | f/3.3-5.8 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 16s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 2.80 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 178g (0.39 pounds) | 249g (0.55 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 61 x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 178 pictures | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | D-LI92 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $200 | $300 |