Nikon S810c vs Pentax RZ10

Here is a detailed assessment of the Nikon S810c and Pentax RZ10, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Nikon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the S810c (16MP) and the RZ10 (14MP) is very close and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S810c was announced 2 years later than the RZ10 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the S810c matches up versus the RZ10 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S810c and Pentax Optio RZ10. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S810c Gallery and Pentax RZ10 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon S810c has got outside measurements of 113mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") having a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Pentax RZ10 has sizing of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

Check out the Nikon S810c and Pentax RZ10 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use at that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the S810c and the RZ10.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S810c and RZ10 is 91 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing simply by viewing specifications. The graphic below will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the S810c and RZ10.

To sum up, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should expect to see the Nikon S810c to result in greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more modern S810c provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.