Canon 1000D vs Pentax RZ10

The following is a in depth analysis of the Canon 1000D versus Pentax RZ10, former is a Entry-Level DSLR while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Pentax. There exists a substantial gap among the resolutions of the 1000D (10MP) and RZ10 (14MP) and the 1000D (APS-C) and RZ10 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor measurements.

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The 1000D was launched 4 years prior to the RZ10 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Canon 1000D being a Compact SLR camera and the Pentax RZ10 being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick summation of how the 1000D grades against the RZ10 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 1000D & Pentax Optio RZ10. The complete galleries are available at Canon 1000D Gallery & Pentax RZ10 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Canon 1000D has physical dimensions of 126mm x 98mm x 65mm (5.0" x 3.9" x 2.6") along with a weight of 502 grams (1.11 lbs) and the Pentax RZ10 has sizing of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon 1000D versus Pentax RZ10 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the 1000D compared to the RZ10.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 1000D and RZ10 is 70 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by looking through specifications. The pic below will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the 1000D and RZ10.

To sum up, the two cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The 1000D featuring a bigger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Pentax RZ10 will result in more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged 1000D will be behind with regard to sensor tech.