Canon SX730 HS vs Pentax RZ10

Lets look a little more closely at the Canon SX730 HS and Pentax RZ10, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Pentax. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the SX730 HS (20.3MP) and RZ10 (14MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX730 HS was unveiled 5 years later than the RZ10 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief view of how the SX730 HS grades versus the RZ10 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX730 HS and Pentax Optio RZ10. The full galleries are available at Canon SX730 HS Gallery and Pentax RZ10 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon SX730 HS has got exterior dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.6") with a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs) and the Pentax RZ10 has proportions of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

Check out the Canon SX730 HS and Pentax RZ10 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the SX730 HS against the RZ10.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SX730 HS and RZ10 is 88 and 92 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizing purely by reading specifications. The photograph underneath might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SX730 HS and RZ10.

Plainly, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Canon SX730 HS to deliver more detail having an extra 6.3MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The more modern SX730 HS provides an edge in sensor tech.