Canon SX600 HS vs Pentax RZ10
93 Imaging
40 Features
45 Overall
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92 Imaging
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Canon SX600 HS vs Pentax RZ10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1280 video
- 25-450mm (F3.8-6.9) lens
- 188g - 104 x 61 x 26mm
- Introduced January 2014
- New Model is Canon SX610 HS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-280mm (F3.2-5.9) lens
- 178g - 97 x 61 x 33mm
- Revealed July 2011
Canon SX600 HS vs Pentax RZ10 Overview
Here, we are contrasting the Canon SX600 HS versus Pentax RZ10, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Canon and Pentax. The image resolution of the SX600 HS (16MP) and the RZ10 (14MP) is fairly close and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe SX600 HS was launched 2 years after the RZ10 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short view of how the SX600 HS scores against the RZ10 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon SX600 HS vs Pentax RZ10 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX600 HS & Pentax Optio RZ10. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX600 HS Gallery & Pentax RZ10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX600 HS over the Pentax RZ10
SX600 HS | RZ10 | |||
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Revealed | January 2014 | July 2011 | More modern by 31 months | |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 461k | 230k | Clearer display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax RZ10 over the Canon SX600 HS
RZ10 | SX600 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX600 HS and Pentax RZ10
SX600 HS | RZ10 | |||
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Manual focus | More exact focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither has Touch friendly display |
Canon SX600 HS vs Pentax RZ10 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX600 HS has external measurements of 104mm x 61mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Pentax RZ10 has dimensions of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).
Compare the Canon SX600 HS versus Pentax RZ10 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is a front view scale comparison of the SX600 HS versus the RZ10.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SX600 HS and RZ10 is 93 and 92 respectively.
Canon SX600 HS vs Pentax RZ10 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is tough to see the contrast in sensor sizes simply by looking through specs. The pic here will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX600 HS and RZ10.
As you can plainly see, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Canon SX600 HS to render extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more modern SX600 HS will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.
Canon SX600 HS vs Pentax RZ10 Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon SX600 HS vs Pentax RZ10 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX600 HS | Pentax Optio RZ10 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Pentax |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX600 HS | Pentax Optio RZ10 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2014-01-06 | 2011-07-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 4+ | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | 28-280mm (10.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.8-6.9 | f/3.2-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 461k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | PureColor II G (TFT) | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m (50 cm � 3.5 m (W) / 1.0 m � 2.0 m (T)) | 2.80 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Manual Flash On / Off, Slow Synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1280 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1280 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 188g (0.41 pounds) | 178g (0.39 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 61 x 26mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.0") | 97 x 61 x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 290 photos | 178 photos |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-6LH | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $249 | $200 |