Pentax RZ10 vs Sony HX1

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Pentax RZ10 and Sony HX1, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Pentax and Sony. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the RZ10 (14MP) and HX1 (9MP) and the RZ10 (1/2.3") and HX1 (1/2.4") use different sensor sizes.

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The RZ10 was introduced 2 years after the HX1 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Pentax RZ10 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a short introduction of how the RZ10 matches up vs the HX1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax Optio RZ10 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1. The whole galleries are viewable at Pentax RZ10 Gallery and Sony HX1 Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera often, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Pentax RZ10 enjoys outer dimensions of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Sony HX1 has sizing of 115mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.6") with a weight of 544 grams (1.20 lbs).

Examine the Pentax RZ10 and Sony HX1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the RZ10 versus the HX1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the RZ10 and HX1 is 92 and 67 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions only by reading through a spec sheet. The pic below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the RZ10 and HX1.

Clearly, both cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The RZ10 with its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Pentax RZ10 will resolve extra detail using its extra 5 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images a little more aggressively. The younger RZ10 provides an edge in sensor technology.