Nikon S9500 vs Pentax RZ10

On this page, we will be matching up the Nikon S9500 versus Pentax RZ10, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Nikon and Pentax. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the S9500 (18MP) and RZ10 (14MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S9500 was revealed 19 months after the RZ10 which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the S9500 grades vs the RZ10 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S9500 and Pentax Optio RZ10. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S9500 Gallery and Pentax RZ10 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon S9500 features outside measurements of 110mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Pentax RZ10 has measurements of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

See the Nikon S9500 versus Pentax RZ10 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the S9500 against the RZ10.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S9500 and RZ10 is 92 and 92 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizes only by looking through a spec sheet. The pic underneath may give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the S9500 and RZ10.

As you can see, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Nikon S9500 to result in greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots more aggressively. The fresher S9500 will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.