Reasons to choose JD 4360z
Released in 2004, JD 4360z has about 38 mm² of sensor area, 4 MP effective resolution, and a 160 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.
Side-by-side comparison
Jenoptik JD 4360z
vs Pentax Optio 430RS
VS
Sensor area
38 mm²
JD 4360z38 mm²
Optio 430RS- Area ratio
- 1:1
- Absolute difference
- 0 mm²
- Relative difference
- 0%
The JD 4360z and Optio 430RS have the same sensor area. Compare pixel density, sensor architecture, and release generation to understand likely image-quality differences.
These cameras were released 2 years apart. Consider sensor generation when comparing pixel metrics.
Key specification differences
JD 4360zMetricOptio 430RS
4 MPEffective pixels3.8 MP
7.11 × 5.33Sensor7.11 × 5.33
3.08 µmPixel pitch3.16 µm
9.47 µm²Pixel area9.97 µm²
10.56 MP/cm²Pixel density10.03 MP/cm²
4.87Crop factor4.87
—Maximum video—
160 gWeight235 g
Secure DigitalStorageCompactFlash type I
2x AABatteryLithium-Ion rechargeable Li-ion battery
Amber marks the value that is generally preferable in this comparison context. It is not an overall camera score.
How to choose between these cameras
The JD 4360z and Optio 430RS have the same sensor area. The JD 4360z has the lighter body. The JD 4360z has the higher effective resolution. The JD 4360z is the newer release. Also consider the lens system and subjects you shoot.
Reasons to choose Optio 430RS
Released in 2002, Optio 430RS has about 38 mm² of sensor area, 3.8 MP effective resolution, and a 235 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.