Nikon S810c vs Pentax RZ10
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Nikon S810c vs Pentax RZ10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-6.3) lens
- 216g - 113 x 64 x 28mm
- Launched April 2014
(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 S810c vs Pentax RZ10 Overview
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").

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.

Nikon S810c vs Pentax RZ10 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Nikon S810c over the Pentax RZ10
S810c | RZ10 | |||
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Introduced | April 2014 | ![]() | July 2011 | Fresher by 34 months |
Display sizing | 3.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+1") |
Display resolution | 1229k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+999k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax RZ10 over the Nikon S810c
RZ10 | S810c | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus |
Common features in the Nikon S810c and Pentax RZ10
S810c | RZ10 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen |
Nikon S810c vs Pentax RZ10 Physical Comparison
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.

Nikon S810c vs Pentax RZ10 Sensor Comparison
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.

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Nikon S810c vs Pentax RZ10 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S810c | Pentax Optio RZ10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Pentax |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S810c | Pentax Optio RZ10 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2014-04-10 | 2011-07-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | 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 | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-300mm (12.0x) | 28-280mm (10.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-6.3 | f/3.2-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 2cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 1,229k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | - | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 8.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.60 m | 2.80 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 216g (0.48 lbs) | 178g (0.39 lbs) |
Dimensions | 113 x 64 x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" 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 | 270 photos | 178 photos |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL23 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | microSD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $350 | $200 |