Canon G12 vs Pentax RZ10

Let's look a little more closely at the Canon G12 versus Pentax RZ10, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Canon and Pentax. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the G12 (10MP) and RZ10 (14MP) and the G12 (1/1.7") and RZ10 (1/2.3") posses different sensor measurements.

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The G12 was released 6 months earlier than the RZ10 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the G12 scores versus the RZ10 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G12 and Pentax Optio RZ10. The complete galleries are available at Canon G12 Gallery and Pentax RZ10 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera, you have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon G12 features external measurements of 112mm x 76mm x 48mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.9") and a weight of 401 grams (0.88 lbs) while the Pentax RZ10 has measurements of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

Analyze the Canon G12 versus Pentax RZ10 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the G12 against the RZ10.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the G12 and RZ10 is 83 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizes only by going over specifications. The image here may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the G12 and RZ10.

Plainly, both of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The G12 due to its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Pentax RZ10 will deliver greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images way more aggressively.