Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Pentax RZ10

On this page, we will be looking at the Olympus SZ-16 iHS versus Pentax RZ10, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the SZ-16 iHS (16MP) and the RZ10 (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SZ-16 iHS was introduced 18 months later than the RZ10 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple view of how the SZ-16 iHS grades against the RZ10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SZ-16 iHS and Pentax Optio RZ10. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-16 iHS Gallery and Pentax RZ10 Gallery.

If you are looking to lug around your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus SZ-16 iHS has outside measurements of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) while 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 Olympus SZ-16 iHS versus Pentax RZ10 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use during that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the SZ-16 iHS vs the RZ10.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-16 iHS and RZ10 is 89 and 92 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to visualize the gap between sensor measurements purely by looking at specs. The visual below may offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ-16 iHS and RZ10.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should count on the Olympus SZ-16 iHS to resolve more detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The younger SZ-16 iHS should have an edge in sensor tech.