Nikon S8000 vs Pentax RZ10
93 Imaging
36 Features
31 Overall
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92 Imaging
37 Features
31 Overall
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Nikon S8000 vs Pentax RZ10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 30-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 183g - 103 x 57 x 27mm
- Launched June 2010
(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
- Introduced July 2011

Nikon S8000 vs Pentax RZ10 Overview
Its time to examine more in depth at the Nikon S8000 vs Pentax RZ10, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Nikon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the S8000 (14MP) and the RZ10 (14MP) is fairly comparable and they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The S8000 was announced 13 months before the RZ10 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the S8000 matches up vs the RZ10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon S8000 vs Pentax RZ10 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S8000 & Pentax Optio RZ10. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S8000 Gallery & Pentax RZ10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S8000 over the Pentax RZ10
S8000 | RZ10 | |||
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Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax RZ10 over the Nikon S8000
RZ10 | S8000 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Introduced | July 2011 | ![]() | June 2010 | More modern by 13 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focus |
Common features in the Nikon S8000 and Pentax RZ10
S8000 | RZ10 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Nikon S8000 vs Pentax RZ10 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Nikon S8000 enjoys external dimensions of 103mm x 57mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Pentax RZ10 has specifications of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).
Compare the Nikon S8000 vs Pentax RZ10 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the S8000 compared to the RZ10.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the S8000 and RZ10 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Nikon S8000 vs Pentax RZ10 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes simply by seeing specs. The image below will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the S8000 and RZ10.
All in all, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact resolution so you can expect comparable quality of images but you really should consider the age of the cameras into account. The more aged S8000 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

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Nikon S8000 vs Pentax RZ10 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S8000 | Pentax Optio RZ10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Pentax |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S8000 | Pentax Optio RZ10 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2010-06-16 | 2011-07-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 30-300mm (10.0x) | 28-280mm (10.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | f/3.2-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 2cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 921 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | - | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 2.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 183 grams (0.40 lb) | 178 grams (0.39 lb) |
Dimensions | 103 x 57 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 97 x 61 x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 178 photographs |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (3 sec or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $300 | $200 |