Canon N100 vs Pentax RZ10

Here, we are reviewing the Canon N100 versus Pentax RZ10, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Canon and Pentax. The resolution of the N100 (12MP) and the RZ10 (14MP) is very well matched but the N100 (1/1.7") and RZ10 (1/2.3") posses different sensor size.

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The N100 was released 2 years later than the RZ10 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise overview of how the N100 grades versus the RZ10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot N100 and Pentax Optio RZ10. The complete galleries are available at Canon N100 Gallery and Pentax RZ10 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The Canon N100 offers outer dimensions of 105mm x 68mm x 36mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.4") with a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs) whilst the Pentax RZ10 has sizing of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

Contrast the Canon N100 versus Pentax RZ10 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use during that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the N100 against the RZ10.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the N100 and RZ10 is 89 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizing merely by reading through technical specs. The visual below may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the N100 and RZ10.

As you can tell, each of these cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The N100 because of its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field simpler and the Pentax RZ10 will give greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more modern N100 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.