Nikon L610 vs Pentax RZ18

The following is a extended comparison of the Nikon L610 vs Pentax RZ18, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Nikon and Pentax. The resolution of the L610 (16MP) and the RZ18 (16MP) is pretty comparable and they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The L610 was launched 12 months after the RZ18 so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a detailed comparison, below is a simple summary of how the L610 matches up against the RZ18 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L610 and Pentax Optio RZ18. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon L610 Gallery and Pentax RZ18 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon L610 offers outside measurements of 108mm x 69mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") with a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs) whilst the Pentax RZ18 has measurements of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the L610 and the RZ18.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the L610 and RZ18 is 90 and 92 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions just by seeing specifications. The image here should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the L610 and RZ18.

To sum up, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical resolution so you should expect comparable quality of pictures though you would want to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The fresher L610 will have an edge in sensor technology.