Nikon P80 vs Pentax RZ18

Here is a comprehensive review of the Nikon P80 and Pentax RZ18, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Nikon and Pentax. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the P80 (10MP) and RZ18 (16MP) but they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The P80 was brought out 3 years before the RZ18 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Nikon P80 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax RZ18 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a short overview of how the P80 grades against the RZ18 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P80 and Pentax Optio RZ18. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon P80 Gallery and Pentax RZ18 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Nikon P80 features external measurements of 110mm x 79mm x 78mm (4.3" x 3.1" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) and the Pentax RZ18 has specifications of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon P80 and Pentax RZ18 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the P80 compared to the RZ18.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the P80 and RZ18 is 75 and 92 respectively.

Normally, its hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizing just by going through a spec sheet. The photograph here should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the P80 and RZ18.

As you can see, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should expect to see the Pentax RZ18 to produce extra detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The older P80 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.