Nikon L610 vs Pentax RZ10

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Nikon L610 and Pentax RZ10, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Nikon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the L610 (16MP) and the RZ10 (14MP) is relatively similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The L610 was launched 13 months after the RZ10 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a complete comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the L610 matches up against the RZ10 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L610 and Pentax Optio RZ10. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon L610 Gallery and Pentax RZ10 Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon L610 has physical dimensions of 108mm x 69mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") and a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs) while the Pentax RZ10 has sizing of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the L610 compared to the RZ10.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the L610 and RZ10 is 90 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to envision the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reading technical specs. The image underneath will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the L610 and RZ10.

As you have seen, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Nikon L610 to offer greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The more recent L610 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.