Pentax RZ10 vs Sony WX80

Its time to look a little more in depth at the Pentax RZ10 versus Sony WX80, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Pentax and Sony. The image resolution of the RZ10 (14MP) and the WX80 (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The RZ10 was revealed 17 months before the WX80 making them a generation away from one another. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the RZ10 grades versus the WX80 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax Optio RZ10 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80. The full galleries are provided at Pentax RZ10 Gallery and Sony WX80 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The Pentax RZ10 provides physical 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 WX80 has specifications of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") and a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

Examine the Pentax RZ10 versus Sony WX80 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the RZ10 versus the WX80.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the RZ10 and WX80 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizes only by going through a spec sheet. The image below will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the RZ10 and WX80.

As you can see, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony WX80 to provide more detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged RZ10 will be behind in sensor technology.