Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Nikon S8000 and Pentax RZ18 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Nikon S8000 has external dimensions of 103 x 57 x 27 mm (4.06 x 2.24 x 1.06″) and weighs 183 g (0.40 lb / 6.46 oz) (including batteries). Pentax RZ18 has external dimensions of 97 x 61 x 33 mm (3.82 x 2.4 x 1.3″) and weighs 178 g (0.39 lb / 6.28 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Nikon S8000 and the Pentax RZ18. Nikon S8000 is 4mm shorter and 6mm thinner than Pentax RZ18 but it is also 6mm wider.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Nikon S8000 and Pentax RZ18.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Nikon S8000 and Pentax RZ18.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Pentax RZ18 is 5g lighter than the Nikon S8000 but we don't think this will make a significant difference.
Weather Sealing
Thanks to the weather-sealed body of the RZ18, you can use this camera with more confidence under conditions where there is risk of exposure to water and dust compared to the S8000.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Nikon S8000 and Pentax RZ18's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.