Canon SX220 HS vs Pentax RZ10

Below, we will be looking at the Canon SX220 HS vs Pentax RZ10, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Canon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the SX220 HS (12MP) and the RZ10 (14MP) is relatively close and they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX220 HS was manufactured 5 months earlier than the RZ10 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise summation of how the SX220 HS matches up vs the RZ10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon SX220 HS and Pentax Optio RZ10. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX220 HS Gallery and Pentax RZ10 Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Canon SX220 HS has got physical dimensions of 106mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Pentax RZ10 has sizing of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX220 HS vs Pentax RZ10 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the SX220 HS and the RZ10.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the SX220 HS and RZ10 is 96 and 92 respectively.

Often, its difficult to see the difference in sensor measurements just by viewing a spec sheet. The graphic here might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX220 HS and RZ10.

As you can see, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Pentax RZ10 to render extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures much more aggressively.