Nikon S6500 vs Pentax RZ18

Below, we will be reviewing the Nikon S6500 and Pentax RZ18, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Nikon and Pentax. The image resolution of the S6500 (16MP) and the RZ18 (16MP) is relatively similar and they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S6500 was launched 17 months after the RZ18 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a full comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the S6500 grades versus the RZ18 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S6500 & Pentax Optio RZ18. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S6500 Gallery & Pentax RZ18 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon S6500 provides outside dimensions of 95mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) while the Pentax RZ18 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).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the S6500 vs the RZ18.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the S6500 and RZ18 is 92 and 92 respectively.

Usually, it can be tough to picture the difference between sensor sizes only by reading a spec sheet. The picture underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the S6500 and RZ18.

As you can see, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution and you can expect similar quality of photos though you should factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The fresher S6500 should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.