Nikon S33 vs Pentax RZ10
91 Imaging
36 Features
31 Overall
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92 Imaging
37 Features
31 Overall
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Nikon S33 vs Pentax RZ10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 13MP - 1/3.1" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 30-90mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 221g - 110 x 66 x 27mm
- Announced February 2015
(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
- Revealed July 2011

Nikon S33 vs Pentax RZ10 Overview
Here is a in-depth comparison of the Nikon S33 vs Pentax RZ10, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the S33 (13MP) and the RZ10 (14MP) is fairly well matched but the S33 (1/3.1") and RZ10 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor dimensions.

The S33 was manufactured 3 years later than the RZ10 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a short view of how the S33 matches up vs the RZ10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon S33 vs Pentax RZ10 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S33 and Pentax Optio RZ10. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S33 Gallery and Pentax RZ10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S33 over the Pentax RZ10
S33 | RZ10 | |||
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Revealed | February 2015 | ![]() | July 2011 | Fresher by 44 months |
Reasons to pick Pentax RZ10 over the Nikon S33
RZ10 | S33 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focusing |
Common features in the Nikon S33 and Pentax RZ10
S33 | RZ10 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent display sizing |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither offers Touch friendly display |
Nikon S33 vs Pentax RZ10 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon S33 offers external dimensions of 110mm x 66mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 221 grams (0.49 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).
Analyze the Nikon S33 vs Pentax RZ10 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select during that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the S33 against the RZ10.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the S33 and RZ10 is 91 and 92 respectively.

Nikon S33 vs Pentax RZ10 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing merely by checking specs. The photograph below will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the S33 and RZ10.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The S33 because of its tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh trickier and the Pentax RZ10 will give greater detail due to its extra 1MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics a little more aggressively. The fresher S33 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.

Nikon S33 vs Pentax RZ10 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S33 vs Pentax RZ10 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S33 | Pentax Optio RZ10 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Pentax |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S33 | Pentax Optio RZ10 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2015-02-10 | 2011-07-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/3.1" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 4.7 x 3.5mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 16.5mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 13MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4160 x 3120 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 30-90mm (3.0x) | 28-280mm (10.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.2-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 7.7 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 4.7fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.10 m (at Auto ISO) | 2.80 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p), 320 x 240 (30p, 25p) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 221 grams (0.49 pounds) | 178 grams (0.39 pounds) |
Dimensions | 110 x 66 x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 97 x 61 x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 pictures | 178 pictures |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL19 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (10 sec, smile timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $150 | $200 |