Nikon S800c vs Pentax RZ18

Lets take a more detailed look at the Nikon S800c versus Pentax RZ18, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Pentax. The resolution of the S800c (16MP) and the RZ18 (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S800c was revealed 18 months after the RZ18 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a in depth comparison, here is a simple summary of how the S800c scores against the RZ18 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S800c & Pentax Optio RZ18. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S800c Gallery & Pentax RZ18 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera often, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon S800c enjoys external measurements of 111mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 184 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Pentax RZ18 has measurements of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

Examine the Nikon S800c versus Pentax RZ18 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is a front view size comparison of the S800c against the RZ18.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S800c and RZ18 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions just by viewing specs. The image here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S800c and RZ18.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of images although you might want to take the launch date of the cameras into account. The more recent S800c provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.