Pentax RZ10 vs Sony A33

Lets look a little more in depth at the Pentax RZ10 and Sony A33, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Pentax and Sony. The sensor resolution of the RZ10 (14MP) and the A33 (14MP) is very comparable but the RZ10 (1/2.3") and A33 (APS-C) use different sensor sizing.

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The RZ10 was manufactured 11 months later than the A33 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Pentax RZ10 being a Compact camera and the Sony A33 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick view of how the RZ10 matches up against the A33 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax Optio RZ10 and Sony SLT-A33. The entire galleries are viewable at Pentax RZ10 Gallery and Sony A33 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera often, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Pentax RZ10 features exterior dimensions 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 A33 has proportions of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs).

Contrast the Pentax RZ10 and Sony A33 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at that moment. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the RZ10 against the A33.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the RZ10 and A33 is 92 and 67 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizing purely by going through technical specs. The visual underneath may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the RZ10 and A33.

As you can tell, the two cameras offer the same exact megapixel count but different sensor sizing. The RZ10 includes the smaller sensor which is going to make obtaining shallower depth of field harder. The younger RZ10 should have an advantage in sensor technology.