Pentax RZ10 vs Sony W290

Following is a thorough overview of the Pentax RZ10 versus Sony W290, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Pentax and Sony. The resolution of the RZ10 (14MP) and the W290 (12MP) is relatively close and they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The RZ10 was introduced 2 years after the W290 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a more detailed comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the RZ10 grades vs the W290 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax Optio RZ10 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290. The whole galleries are viewable at Pentax RZ10 Gallery & Sony W290 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and volume. The Pentax RZ10 offers outer measurements of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Sony W290 has sizing of 98mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the RZ10 and the W290.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the RZ10 and W290 is 92 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizes purely by looking through specifications. The image below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the RZ10 and W290.

Plainly, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Pentax RZ10 to provide you with extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more modern RZ10 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.