Kodak M550 vs Pentax RZ10

Here, we will be evaluating the Kodak M550 versus Pentax RZ10, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Kodak and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the M550 (12MP) and the RZ10 (14MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The M550 was manufactured 18 months before the RZ10 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief view of how the M550 grades against the RZ10 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare M550 and Pentax Optio RZ10. The entire galleries are available at Kodak M550 Gallery and Pentax RZ10 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Kodak M550 has got physical dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Pentax RZ10 has sizing of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

Check out the Kodak M550 versus Pentax RZ10 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the M550 versus the RZ10.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M550 and RZ10 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Typically, its tough to envision the difference in sensor sizing just by checking out a spec sheet. The visual below will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the M550 and RZ10.

Clearly, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Pentax RZ10 to produce more detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The older M550 will be behind in sensor innovation.