Nikon AW100 vs Pentax RZ18

On this page, we will be evaluating the Nikon AW100 vs Pentax RZ18, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Nikon and Pentax. The resolution of the AW100 (16MP) and the RZ18 (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The AW100 was released very close to the RZ18 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a full comparison, here is a brief summation of how the AW100 matches up against the RZ18 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix AW100 & Pentax Optio RZ18. The complete galleries are available at Nikon AW100 Gallery & Pentax RZ18 Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon AW100 has got exterior dimensions of 110mm x 65mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 0.9") along with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Pentax RZ18 has measurements of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

Check the Nikon AW100 vs Pentax RZ18 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the AW100 against the RZ18.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the AW100 and RZ18 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to picture the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reading technical specs. The photograph below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the AW100 and RZ18.

As you have seen, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of photographs though you will need to take the launch date of the products into consideration.