Canon A810 vs Pentax RZ18

In this article, we are looking at the Canon A810 and Pentax RZ18, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Canon and Pentax. The resolution of the A810 (16MP) and the RZ18 (16MP) is fairly close and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The A810 was brought out 5 months after the RZ18 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the A810 matches up against the RZ18 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A810 and Pentax Optio RZ18. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon A810 Gallery and Pentax RZ18 Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon A810 enjoys outside measurements of 95mm x 62mm x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 171 grams (0.38 lbs) and the Pentax RZ18 has measurements of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

Compare the Canon A810 and Pentax RZ18 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the A810 compared to the RZ18.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A810 and RZ18 is 93 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to picture the difference in sensor dimensions only by researching specs. The pic below will offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the A810 and RZ18.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of images however you should really factor the release date of the cameras into account.