Canon SX510 HS vs Pentax RZ10

Below is a complete overview of the Canon SX510 HS and Pentax RZ10, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Canon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the SX510 HS (12MP) and the RZ10 (14MP) is very well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX510 HS was introduced 2 years later than the RZ10 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the SX510 HS matches up versus the RZ10 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX510 HS & Pentax Optio RZ10. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX510 HS Gallery & Pentax RZ10 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX510 HS comes with outside measurements of 104mm x 70mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") along with a weight of 349 grams (0.77 lbs) whilst the Pentax RZ10 has dimensions of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX510 HS and Pentax RZ10 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the SX510 HS vs the RZ10.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the SX510 HS and RZ10 is 80 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to imagine the difference between sensor measurements just by reading through specs. The graphic below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SX510 HS and RZ10.

All in all, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You can expect to see the Pentax RZ10 to give you extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images more aggressively. The more recent SX510 HS should have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.