Nikon S32 vs Pentax RZ10

In this article, we will be reviewing the Nikon S32 versus Pentax RZ10, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Nikon and Pentax. The image resolution of the S32 (13MP) and the RZ10 (14MP) is pretty comparable but the S32 (1/3") and RZ10 (1/2.3") use different sensor size.

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The S32 was introduced 2 years after the RZ10 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise summary of how the S32 scores vs the RZ10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S32 & Pentax Optio RZ10. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S32 Gallery & Pentax RZ10 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon S32 has got external measurements of 108mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Pentax RZ10 has sizing 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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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the S32 against the RZ10.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the S32 and RZ10 is 90 and 92 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions purely by seeing technical specs. The pic underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the S32 and RZ10.

As you can tell, both of these cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The S32 having a smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field harder and the Pentax RZ10 will show more detail using its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The more recent S32 provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.