Canon A810 vs Pentax RZ10

The following is a extensive assessment of the Canon A810 vs Pentax RZ10, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the A810 (16MP) and the RZ10 (14MP) is very well matched and they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The A810 was brought out 7 months after the RZ10 so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a thorough comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the A810 matches up against the RZ10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A810 and Pentax Optio RZ10. The entire galleries are available at Canon A810 Gallery and Pentax RZ10 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon A810 enjoys exterior dimensions of 95mm x 62mm x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 171 grams (0.38 lbs) while the Pentax RZ10 has dimensions of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the A810 against the RZ10.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the A810 and RZ10 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reading through a spec sheet. The picture underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the A810 and RZ10.

Clearly, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Canon A810 to resolve more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more modern A810 should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.