Nikon S6200 vs Pentax RZ10
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Nikon S6200 vs Pentax RZ10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.2-5.6) lens
- 160g - 93 x 58 x 26mm
- Launched August 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- 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 S6200 vs Pentax RZ10 Overview
Let's look a bit more in depth at the Nikon S6200 and Pentax RZ10, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Pentax. The image resolution of the S6200 (16MP) and the RZ10 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The S6200 was brought out 2 months after the RZ10 and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the S6200 matches up versus the RZ10 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon S6200 vs Pentax RZ10 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S6200 and Pentax Optio RZ10. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon S6200 Gallery and Pentax RZ10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S6200 over the Pentax RZ10
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Reasons to pick Pentax RZ10 over the Nikon S6200
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Common features in the Nikon S6200 and Pentax RZ10
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Revealed | August 2011 | ![]() | July 2011 | Same generation |
Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same screen dimensions |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly screen |
Nikon S6200 vs Pentax RZ10 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to travel with your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon S6200 enjoys external measurements of 93mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Pentax RZ10 has measurements of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon S6200 and Pentax RZ10 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the S6200 against the RZ10.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the S6200 and RZ10 is 94 and 92 respectively.

Nikon S6200 vs Pentax RZ10 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be tough to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by looking through a spec sheet. The picture below may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the S6200 and RZ10.
As you can see, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should count on the Nikon S6200 to render more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots way more aggressively.

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Nikon S6200 vs Pentax RZ10 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S6200 | Pentax Optio RZ10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Pentax |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S6200 | Pentax Optio RZ10 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2011-08-24 | 2011-07-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | 28-280mm (10.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.2-5.6 | f/3.2-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD with Anti-reflection coating | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 2.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 160 grams (0.35 pounds) | 178 grams (0.39 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 93 x 58 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") | 97 x 61 x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 250 images | 178 images |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $229 | $200 |