Canon SD4000 IS vs Pentax RZ10
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Canon SD4000 IS vs Pentax RZ10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-105mm (F2.0-5.3) lens
- 175g - 100 x 54 x 23mm
- Introduced August 2010
- Additionally Known as IXUS 300 HS / IXY 30S
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-280mm (F3.2-5.9) lens
- 178g - 97 x 61 x 33mm
- Released July 2011

Canon SD4000 IS vs Pentax RZ10 Overview
Following is a extended review of the Canon SD4000 IS versus Pentax RZ10, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Canon and Pentax. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the SD4000 IS (10MP) and RZ10 (14MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The SD4000 IS was revealed 11 months before the RZ10 so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a complete comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the SD4000 IS grades against the RZ10 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SD4000 IS vs Pentax RZ10 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SD4000 IS and Pentax Optio RZ10. The full galleries are available at Canon SD4000 IS Gallery and Pentax RZ10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD4000 IS over the Pentax RZ10
SD4000 IS | RZ10 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Pentax RZ10 over the Canon SD4000 IS
RZ10 | SD4000 IS | |||
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Released | July 2011 | ![]() | August 2010 | More modern by 11 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus |
Common features in the Canon SD4000 IS and Pentax RZ10
SD4000 IS | RZ10 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither has Touch screen |
Canon SD4000 IS vs Pentax RZ10 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon SD4000 IS has physical measurements of 100mm x 54mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Pentax RZ10 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 SD4000 IS versus Pentax RZ10 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the SD4000 IS vs the RZ10.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SD4000 IS and RZ10 is 94 and 92 respectively.

Canon SD4000 IS vs Pentax RZ10 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be tough to envision the gap in sensor sizes just by checking out technical specs. The image here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SD4000 IS and RZ10.
As you have seen, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Pentax RZ10 to show greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged SD4000 IS will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

Canon SD4000 IS vs Pentax RZ10 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SD4000 IS vs Pentax RZ10 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD4000 IS | Pentax Optio RZ10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Pentax |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SD4000 IS | Pentax Optio RZ10 |
Also called | IXUS 300 HS / IXY 30S | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2010-08-02 | 2011-07-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-105mm (3.8x) | 28-280mm (10.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.0-5.3 | f/3.2-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2500 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 4.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.00 m | 2.80 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 175g (0.39 pounds) | 178g (0.39 pounds) |
Dimensions | 100 x 54 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 97 x 61 x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 178 shots |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-6L | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $300 | $200 |