Pentax RZ18 vs Pentax Q10

In this article, we will be contrasting the Pentax RZ18 vs Pentax Q10, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both produced by Pentax. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the RZ18 (16MP) and Q10 (12MP) but they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The RZ18 was unveiled 12 months earlier than the Q10 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Pentax RZ18 being a Compact camera and the Pentax Q10 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving through a detailed comparison, below is a simple summary of how the RZ18 scores versus the Q10 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax Optio RZ18 and Pentax Q10. The full galleries are viewable at Pentax RZ18 Gallery and Pentax Q10 Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Pentax RZ18 has got physical dimensions 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 Pentax Q10 has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax RZ18 vs Pentax Q10 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the RZ18 against the Q10.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the RZ18 and Q10 is 92 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements only by looking through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the RZ18 and Q10.

Clearly, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Pentax RZ18 to provide you with extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The older RZ18 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.