Nikon S33 vs Pentax RZ10

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.

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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.

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.

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).

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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.

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.