Pentax RZ10 vs Samsung WB250F

Let's look a little more closely at the Pentax RZ10 versus Samsung WB250F, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Pentax and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the RZ10 (14MP) and the WB250F (14MP) is very well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The RZ10 was released 17 months before the WB250F making them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a complete comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the RZ10 scores versus the WB250F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax Optio RZ10 & Samsung WB250F. The complete galleries are available at Pentax RZ10 Gallery & Samsung WB250F Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Pentax RZ10 has exterior 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) while the Samsung WB250F has measurements of 106mm x 62mm x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Look at the Pentax RZ10 versus Samsung WB250F in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you use during that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the RZ10 versus the WB250F.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the RZ10 and WB250F is 92 and 93 respectively.

Generally, its tough to visualize the gap between sensor measurements just by checking technical specs. The graphic here might offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the RZ10 and WB250F.

As you have seen, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels and you can expect similar quality of files though you have to consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The older RZ10 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.