Olympus SH-50 vs Pentax RZ10

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Olympus SH-50 versus Pentax RZ10, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Pentax. The resolution of the SH-50 (16MP) and the RZ10 (14MP) is pretty similar and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SH-50 was released 18 months after the RZ10 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a concise summary of how the SH-50 grades vs the RZ10 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SH-50 and Pentax Optio RZ10. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus SH-50 Gallery and Pentax RZ10 Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus SH-50 has outer dimensions of 112mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) while the Pentax RZ10 has proportions 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 Olympus SH-50 versus Pentax RZ10 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the SH-50 vs the RZ10.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SH-50 and RZ10 is 88 and 92 respectively.

Often, its hard to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing technical specs. The picture here may give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SH-50 and RZ10.

As you can tell, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should expect the Olympus SH-50 to offer you more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The fresher SH-50 should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.