Nikon S6500 vs Pentax RZ10

Lets take a deeper look at the Nikon S6500 versus Pentax RZ10, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Nikon and Pentax. The image resolution of the S6500 (16MP) and the RZ10 (14MP) is pretty comparable and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S6500 was launched 18 months after the RZ10 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief overview of how the S6500 grades vs the RZ10 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S6500 & Pentax Optio RZ10. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S6500 Gallery & Pentax RZ10 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S6500 features outside measurements of 95mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) and the Pentax RZ10 has dimensions of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using during that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the S6500 and the RZ10.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S6500 and RZ10 is 92 and 92 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizes simply by checking out specs. The pic below might provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the S6500 and RZ10.

All in all, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can expect the Nikon S6500 to produce extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures far more aggressively. The younger S6500 should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.