• 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 12.1 megapixels
  • 33.00mm - 100.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 14.0 megapixels
  • 28.00mm - 280.00mm (35mm eq.)

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Differences

Canon SD780 IS advantages over Pentax RZ10

  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Eye-level vs Rear display only
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Thinner
    18 mm vs 33 mm
    Thinner
  • HDMI out
    HDMI out vs None
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Lighter weight
    132g vs 179g
    Lighter weight
  • Longer exposure
    15 vs 4 sec
    Long exposures for night shots
  • Bigger JPEG buffer
    Unlimited vs 14 shots
    Take more JPEG shots before waiting (burst mode)

Pentax RZ10 advantages over Canon SD780 IS

  • Less expensive
    $220 vs $280 (MSRP)
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • More telephoto lens reach
    280 mm vs 100 mm
    Capture objects farther away
  • Longer stills battery life
    More info 260 vs 210 shots
    Capture more photos
  • Manual focus
    Yes vs No
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
  • More pixels
    14.0 vs 12.1 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Wider angle lens
    28 mm vs 33 mm
    Capture more of the scene
  • Faster JPEG shooting
    3.7 fps vs 1.0 fps
    Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)
  • Higher extended ISO
    6400 vs 3200 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Both provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Internal flash
    Both provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash

Common Weaknesses

  • Focus peaking
    Neither provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Touchscreen
    Neither provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • In-camera panoramas
    Neither provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Tiltable Screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • RAW file ability
    Neither provide
    Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Neither provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • NFC
    Neither provide
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Neither provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Neither provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Integrated ND filter
    Neither provide
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
  • External Mic Jack
    Neither provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • Hot shoe
    Neither provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Bulb shutter
    Neither provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
  • Slow-motion videos
    Neither provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

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The Competition

Compared to Olympus 9000

Canon SD780 IS
Olympus 9000
  • $280
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • $138
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • Wider angle lens

Compare Canon SD780 IS vs Olympus 9000

Pentax RZ10
Olympus 9000
  • $177
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Manual focus
  • $138
  • 1/2.33 inch

Compare Pentax RZ10 vs Olympus 9000

Compared to Sony W180

Canon SD780 IS
Sony W180
  • $280
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $155
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Longer stills battery life

Compare Canon SD780 IS vs Sony W180

Pentax RZ10
Sony W180
  • $177
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • $155
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • Thinner

Compare Pentax RZ10 vs Sony W180

Compared to Fujifilm JZ500

Canon SD780 IS
Fujifilm JZ500
  • $280
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • Thinner
  • $250
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • Shoots 24p video

Compare Canon SD780 IS vs Fujifilm JZ500

Pentax RZ10
Fujifilm JZ500
  • $177
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Manual focus
  • Faster JPEG shooting
  • $250
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Shoots 24p video

Compare Pentax RZ10 vs Fujifilm JZ500

Compared to Nikon S4000

Canon SD780 IS
Nikon S4000
  • $280
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $200
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • More dots on screen

Compare Canon SD780 IS vs Nikon S4000

Pentax RZ10
Nikon S4000
  • $177
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • $200
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Thinner
  • Lighter weight

Compare Pentax RZ10 vs Nikon S4000

Compared to Pentax RS1000

Canon SD780 IS
Pentax RS1000
  • $280
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $117
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • More pixels

Compare Canon SD780 IS vs Pentax RS1000

Pentax RZ10
Pentax RS1000
  • $177
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • $117
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Thinner

Compare Pentax RZ10 vs Pentax RS1000

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