Canon SX620 HS vs Pentax RZ18

Here, we are matching up the Canon SX620 HS versus Pentax RZ18, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and Pentax. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the SX620 HS (20MP) and RZ18 (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX620 HS was manufactured 4 years after the RZ18 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the SX620 HS matches up versus the RZ18 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX620 HS and Pentax Optio RZ18. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX620 HS Gallery and Pentax RZ18 Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Canon SX620 HS has exterior measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Pentax RZ18 has sizing of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

Check the Canon SX620 HS versus Pentax RZ18 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the SX620 HS compared to the RZ18.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX620 HS and RZ18 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Quite often, it is very hard to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions just by checking technical specs. The image below will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX620 HS and RZ18.

As you have seen, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Canon SX620 HS to give you more detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more modern SX620 HS will have a benefit in sensor tech.