Canon G9 X vs Pentax RZ10

Below, we are matching up the Canon G9 X versus Pentax RZ10, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Pentax. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the G9 X (20MP) and RZ10 (14MP) and the G9 X (1") and RZ10 (1/2.3") possess different sensor measurements.

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The G9 X was introduced 4 years after the RZ10 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a brief view of how the G9 X grades against the RZ10 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G9 X and Pentax Optio RZ10. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon G9 X Gallery and Pentax RZ10 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon G9 X has external measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") with a weight of 209 grams (0.46 lbs) and the Pentax RZ10 has proportions 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 G9 X versus Pentax RZ10 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the G9 X compared to the RZ10.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G9 X and RZ10 is 92 and 92 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes simply by checking a spec sheet. The picture below will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the G9 X and RZ10.

Clearly, each of the cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The G9 X having a larger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh simpler and the Canon G9 X will resolve more detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The younger G9 X provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.