Nikon L24 vs Pentax RZ18

Below is a extended overview of the Nikon L24 vs Pentax RZ18, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Nikon and Pentax. The image resolution of the L24 (14MP) and the RZ18 (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The L24 was announced 7 months before the RZ18 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a concise summation of how the L24 scores versus the RZ18 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L24 and Pentax Optio RZ18. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon L24 Gallery and Pentax RZ18 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon L24 features external measurements of 98mm x 61mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Pentax RZ18 has measurements of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

See the Nikon L24 vs Pentax RZ18 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the L24 and the RZ18.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the L24 and RZ18 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to visualise the difference between sensor measurements purely by going over technical specs. The visual below should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the L24 and RZ18.

As you have seen, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Pentax RZ18 to offer more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs more aggressively. The older L24 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.