Pentax RZ10 vs Sony HX50V

Here, we are analyzing the Pentax RZ10 versus Sony HX50V, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Pentax and Sony. There is a sizable difference among the resolutions of the RZ10 (14MP) and HX50V (20MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The RZ10 was released 21 months prior to the HX50V making them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summation of how the RZ10 scores vs the HX50V with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax Optio RZ10 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V. The complete galleries are viewable at Pentax RZ10 Gallery & Sony HX50V Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Pentax RZ10 has external dimensions of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Sony HX50V has measurements of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") along with a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs).

Examine the Pentax RZ10 versus Sony HX50V in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use at that moment. Following is a front view size comparison of the RZ10 against the HX50V.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the RZ10 and HX50V is 92 and 89 respectively.

Often, it's hard to envision the gap in sensor sizes just by seeing a spec sheet. The image underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the RZ10 and HX50V.

Clearly, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Sony HX50V to show greater detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged RZ10 will be behind in sensor technology.