Nikon S810c vs Pentax RZ18

Here is a comprehensive overview of the Nikon S810c vs Pentax RZ18, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the S810c (16MP) and the RZ18 (16MP) is fairly well matched and they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S810c was announced 2 years later than the RZ18 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the S810c matches up vs the RZ18 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S810c and Pentax Optio RZ18. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S810c Gallery and Pentax RZ18 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon S810c comes with outside dimensions of 113mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") having a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Pentax RZ18 has sizing of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at the time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the S810c versus the RZ18.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the S810c and RZ18 is 91 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizing only by reading through technical specs. The graphic underneath might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the S810c and RZ18.

As you have seen, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of pictures but you will need to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The newer S810c provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.