Pentax RZ10 vs Samsung TL500

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Pentax RZ10 vs Samsung TL500, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Pentax and Samsung. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the RZ10 (14MP) and TL500 (10MP) and the RZ10 (1/2.3") and TL500 (1/1.7") provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The RZ10 was revealed 13 months later than the TL500 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise overview of how the RZ10 grades vs the TL500 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax Optio RZ10 & Samsung TL500. The full galleries are provided at Pentax RZ10 Gallery & Samsung TL500 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Pentax RZ10 has physical measurements of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Samsung TL500 has dimensions of 114mm x 63mm x 29mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 386 grams (0.85 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax RZ10 vs Samsung TL500 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the RZ10 compared to the TL500.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the RZ10 and TL500 is 92 and 88 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reading through specifications. The photograph underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the RZ10 and TL500.

To sum up, each of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The RZ10 with its tinier sensor will make getting bokeh harder and the Pentax RZ10 will give you greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more recent RZ10 will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.