Pentax RZ10 vs Sony A9

Below, we will be evaluating the Pentax RZ10 versus Sony A9, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Pentax and Sony. There exists a large gap among the image resolutions of the RZ10 (14MP) and A9 (24MP) and the RZ10 (1/2.3") and A9 (Full frame) use totally different sensor sizes.

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The RZ10 was manufactured 6 years prior to the A9 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Pentax RZ10 being a Compact camera and the Sony A9 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving in to a thorough comparison, below is a concise overview of how the RZ10 grades vs the A9 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax Optio RZ10 & Sony Alpha A9. The entire galleries are provided at Pentax RZ10 Gallery & Sony A9 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Pentax RZ10 has exterior dimensions of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Sony A9 has dimensions of 127mm x 96mm x 63mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.5") and a weight of 673 grams (1.48 lbs).

Compare the Pentax RZ10 versus Sony A9 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the RZ10 vs the A9.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the RZ10 and A9 is 92 and 65 respectively.

Quite often, its difficult to see the difference in sensor sizes just by going through technical specs. The pic here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the RZ10 and A9.

As you have seen, both the cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The RZ10 featuring a smaller sensor will make getting shallow DOF more challenging and the Sony A9 will provide more detail due to its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots much more aggressively. The more aged RZ10 will be behind in sensor tech.