Pentax RZ10 vs Sony WX220

Here, we are reviewing the Pentax RZ10 vs Sony WX220, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Pentax and Sony. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the RZ10 (14MP) and WX220 (18MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The RZ10 was launched 3 years prior to the WX220 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Pentax RZ10 being a Compact camera and the Sony WX220 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the RZ10 scores versus the WX220 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax Optio RZ10 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX220. The complete galleries are available at Pentax RZ10 Gallery and Sony WX220 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Pentax RZ10 comes with external measurements 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 WX220 has proportions of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Compare the Pentax RZ10 vs Sony WX220 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the RZ10 versus the WX220.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the RZ10 and WX220 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions purely by researching a spec sheet. The pic below might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the RZ10 and WX220.

As you can see, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Sony WX220 to render extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged RZ10 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.