Poor | Average | Good | Excellent | |
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Screen size | 3 in Best: Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710 Screen size: 6.7 in | |||
ISO maximum | 6400 Best: Pentax KP ISO maximum: 819200 | |||
Effective pixels | 14 Mpx Best: Hasselblad H6D-100c Effective pixels: 100 Mpx | |||
Max resolution | 4288 x 3216 px Best: Leica M11 Max resolution: 9528 x 6328 px |
Sensor type | CCD |
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Sensor size | 0.24 in |
Effective pixels | 14.0 Mpx |
Image ratio w:h |
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Max resolution | 4288 x 3216 px |
Other resolutions |
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Optical zoom | 18.0 x |
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Digital zoom | 7.2 x |
Minimum aperture | 3.2 |
Maximum aperture | 5.9 |
Focal length equiv | 28 - 280 |
Focus adjustment | Manual |
Contrast adjustment | yes |
Autofocus |
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Auto Focus (AF) lock | yes |
Manual focus | yes |
Normal focus range | 15.75 in |
Auto Focus (AF) assist beam | yes |
Macro focus range | 0.39 in |
Number of focus points | 9 |
Filter thread | no |
Folded optics | no |
Shooting modes |
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Camera shutter type | Electronic |
Minimum shutter speed | 4.0 s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1.0 s |
Shutter priority | no |
Aperture priority | no |
Manual exposure mode | no |
Exposure compensation plus | 2 |
Exposure compensation minus | -2 |
Expousure compensation steps | 1/3 |
Continuous shooting | yes |
Self-timer delay | 2.0 s |
Histogram | yes |
Subject / scene modes | yes |
Built-in flash | yes |
Flash range | 2.8 |
Flash modes |
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External flash | no |
Continuous drive | 1.0 fps |
Scene modes |
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Self-timer | yes |
Metering modes |
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Self-timer options |
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Built-in microphone | yes |
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Microphone type | Mono |
Voice recording | yes |
Weight | 6.0 oz |
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Width | 4.25 in |
Height | 2.36 in |
Depth | 1.34 in |
Power source type | Battery |
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Battery life (CIPA) | 240 |
Battery technology | Lithium-Ion |
Rechargeable battery | yes |
Number of batteries supported | 1 |
On/off switch | yes |
Timelapse recording | no |
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GPS | no |
Orientation sensor | yes |
Calendar | yes |
Date imprinting | yes |
Energy Star certified | no |
Frame | yes |
On Screen Display (OSD) languages |
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Image editing modes | Rotating |
ISO |
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ISO Auto | yes |
ISO minimum | 80 |
ISO maximum | 6400 |
Maximum image resolution | 4608 x 3456 px |
White balance presets | 4 |
White balance modes |
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Custom white balance | yes |
Supported image file formats | JPG |
Photo effects |
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Image stabilizer | no |
Image stabilization type | Sensor-shift |
Supported aspect ratios | 4:3 |
Uncompressed format | No |
Screen size | 3.0 in |
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Articulated LCD | no |
Screen technology | LCD |
Screen dots | 230000 |
Touch screen | no |
Live view | no |
Viewfinder | Electronic |
Maximum resolution | 1280 x 720 px |
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Video recording | yes |
Recording resolutions |
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HD type | HD |
Supported video file formats | AVI |
Analog signal format system |
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Camera playback | Movie |
Motion JPEG frame rate | 15.0 fps |
Body type | Compact |
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Colour of product |
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Environmentally sealed | yes |
Internal storage | 96.0 mB |
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Compatible memory cards |
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Memory slots | 1 |
Storage types |
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Camera file system |
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HDMI | no |
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USB version | 2.0 |
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected |
DC-in jack | yes |
Remote control | yes |
PictBridge | yes |
NFC | no |
Wireless network (Wi-Fi) | no |
AV output | yes |
Not everyone needs a digital camera with all the latest bells and whistles. Enter stage left the new Pentax Optio RZ10, a 10x travelzoom camera with a 14 megapixel sensor, 720p HD movies and a 2.7 inch screen, all for under £175 / $200. Read our Pentax Optio RZ10 Review to find out if it has cut too many corners...
Review: The Pentax Optio RZ10 is not a camera for dedicated photographers looking for a point-and-shoot. It’s adequate, but not outstanding.
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As the travel zoom marketplace has expanded, the technology has advanced, to the extent that even some of last year's crop of products look under-specified compared to current models. One of the most noticeable effects of the increased competition in this sector is the increased sophistication of the hardware, not just with regards to the angle of view covered by the lenses, but also pixel counts and the increased prevalence of 'extras' like built-in GPS.
The Pentax RZ10 combines a long-zoom 10x lens with a budget compact.
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The Pentax Optio RZ10 is an easy-to-use compact camera with a 10x zoom and a very fair price tag. Those seeking versatility on a budget will find the RZ10 a solid choice.
Pentax RZ10 is a 14.0MP Small Sensor Compact camera with a 1/2.3-inch sized CCD sensor and 28-280 mm F3.2-5.9 lens. Read our RZ10 review to find its pros and cons.
Review: The Pentax Optio RZ10 is not a camera for dedicated photographers looking for a point-and-shoot. It’s adequate, but not outstanding.
Review posted 01/10/2011Quick TakeProsCompact, Lightweight bodyEasy to use Versatile 10x optical zoomFour colors: Black. Lime, Violet, WhiteGood battery life ConsNoise throughout images at all ISO settingsSub-par performance for $200+ cameraPoor HD video quality No HDMI portBottom LineThe Pentax Optio
The <b>PENTAX</b> <b>Optio</b> <b>RZ10</b> is the perfect Christmas gift for those wanting a new <b>compact</b> <b>camera</b>. It is a solid little chunk of technology featuring a new-design sensor which reproduces stunningly true-to-life colour and detail.