Pentax RZ10 vs Sony H70

Its time to look a little more closely at the Pentax RZ10 versus Sony H70, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Pentax and Sony. The resolution of the RZ10 (14MP) and the H70 (16MP) is fairly well matched and they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The RZ10 was unveiled 7 months after the H70 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a in depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the RZ10 grades against the H70 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax Optio RZ10 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H70. The full galleries are provided at Pentax RZ10 Gallery and Sony H70 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Pentax RZ10 has got outside 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 H70 has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the RZ10 compared to the H70.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the RZ10 and H70 is 92 and 93 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to envision the gap between sensor sizes merely by checking technical specs. The picture below might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the RZ10 and H70.

As you have seen, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Sony H70 to resolve more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos much more aggressively. The younger RZ10 is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.