Nikon P330 vs Pentax RZ10

The following is a complete overview of the Nikon P330 vs Pentax RZ10, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Nikon and Pentax. The resolution of the P330 (12MP) and the RZ10 (14MP) is relatively well matched but the P330 (1/1.7") and RZ10 (1/2.3") provide different sensor sizes.

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The P330 was manufactured 20 months after the RZ10 which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise summation of how the P330 scores against the RZ10 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P330 and Pentax Optio RZ10. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon P330 Gallery and Pentax RZ10 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon P330 has outer dimensions of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs) while the Pentax RZ10 has specifications of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon P330 vs Pentax RZ10 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose during that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the P330 against the RZ10.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the P330 and RZ10 is 92 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions purely by checking technical specs. The pic below will provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the P330 and RZ10.

As you have seen, both cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The P330 due to its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Pentax RZ10 will give greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The younger P330 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.