Nikon L810 vs Pentax RZ10
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Nikon L810 vs Pentax RZ10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 23-585mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 430g - 111 x 76 x 83mm
- Announced February 2012
- Refreshed by Nikon L820
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-280mm (F3.2-5.9) lens
- 178g - 97 x 61 x 33mm
- Announced July 2011
Nikon L810 vs Pentax RZ10 Overview
The following is a complete comparison of the Nikon L810 vs Pentax RZ10, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Nikon and Pentax. The image resolution of the L810 (16MP) and the RZ10 (14MP) is very comparable and they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe L810 was released 7 months after the RZ10 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short view of how the L810 matches up against the RZ10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon L810 vs Pentax RZ10 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L810 and Pentax Optio RZ10. The complete galleries are available at Nikon L810 Gallery and Pentax RZ10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L810 over the Pentax RZ10
L810 | RZ10 | |||
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Announced | February 2012 | July 2011 | Newer by 7 months | |
Display dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 921k | 230k | Clearer display (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax RZ10 over the Nikon L810
RZ10 | L810 | |||
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Manually focus | More accurate focusing |
Common features in the Nikon L810 and Pentax RZ10
L810 | RZ10 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Lacking Touch display |
Nikon L810 vs Pentax RZ10 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to travel with your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon L810 has got physical dimensions of 111mm x 76mm x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") and a weight of 430 grams (0.95 lbs) whilst the Pentax RZ10 has dimensions of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon L810 vs Pentax RZ10 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the L810 against the RZ10.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the L810 and RZ10 is 74 and 92 respectively.
Nikon L810 vs Pentax RZ10 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very hard to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions only by going through technical specs. The picture below will offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the L810 and RZ10.
As you can tell, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should expect to see the Nikon L810 to produce extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The newer L810 should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.
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Nikon L810 vs Pentax RZ10 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L810 | Pentax Optio RZ10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Pentax |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L810 | Pentax Optio RZ10 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2012-02-01 | 2011-07-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 23-585mm (25.4x) | 28-280mm (10.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.2-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 921 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.2 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 2.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 430 grams (0.95 lbs) | 178 grams (0.39 lbs) |
Dimensions | 111 x 76 x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") | 97 x 61 x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 images | 178 images |
Battery form | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $280 | $200 |