Canon N vs Pentax RZ10

Below, we are contrasting the Canon N and Pentax RZ10, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Canon and Pentax. The image resolution of the N (12MP) and the RZ10 (14MP) is fairly close and they come with the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The N was introduced 18 months later than the RZ10 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a short overview of how the N scores against the RZ10 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot N & Pentax Optio RZ10. The whole galleries are provided at Canon N Gallery & Pentax RZ10 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon N has got external dimensions of 79mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) and 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).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the N and the RZ10.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the N and RZ10 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to picture the gap in sensor measurements just by viewing specifications. The graphic here should provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the N and RZ10.

To sum up, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You can anticipate the Pentax RZ10 to result in greater detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The younger N provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.