Nikon P600 vs Pentax RZ18

Here, we will be evaluating the Nikon P600 vs Pentax RZ18, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the P600 (16MP) and the RZ18 (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The P600 was introduced 2 years later than the RZ18 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Nikon P600 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax RZ18 being a Compact camera.

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the P600 scores against the RZ18 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix P600 and Pentax Optio RZ18. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon P600 Gallery and Pentax RZ18 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon P600 has external measurements of 125mm x 85mm x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") with a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs) whilst the Pentax RZ18 has proportions of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

Look at the Nikon P600 vs Pentax RZ18 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have during that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the P600 against the RZ18.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the P600 and RZ18 is 65 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizing simply by reading technical specs. The visual underneath should give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the P600 and RZ18.

As you can tell, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels so you should expect similar quality of files but you need to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The younger P600 provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.