Olympus SZ-12 vs Pentax RZ10

Here is a in depth overview of the Olympus SZ-12 versus Pentax RZ10, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the SZ-12 (14MP) and the RZ10 (14MP) is very well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SZ-12 was launched 6 months later than the RZ10 so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise summary of how the SZ-12 matches up against the RZ10 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SZ-12 and Pentax Optio RZ10. The complete galleries are available at Olympus SZ-12 Gallery and Pentax RZ10 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and volume. The Olympus SZ-12 comes with external measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") and a weight of 226 grams (0.50 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).

Examine the Olympus SZ-12 versus Pentax RZ10 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the SZ-12 versus the RZ10.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SZ-12 and RZ10 is 89 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizing purely by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ-12 and RZ10.

As you can see, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same MP so you should expect similar quality of photos though you will need to take the release date of the products into consideration.