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 Pentax RZ18 and Nikon S02 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. 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). Nikon S02 has external dimensions of 77 x 51 x 18 mm (3.03 x 2.01 x 0.69″) and weighs 100 g (0.22 lb / 3.53 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Pentax RZ18 and the Nikon S02. Nikon S02 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 20mm narrower, 10mm shorter and 15mm thinner than Pentax RZ18.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Pentax RZ18 and Nikon S02.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Pentax RZ18 and Nikon S02.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Nikon S02 is significantly lighter (78g ) than the Pentax RZ18 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
With its weather-sealed body, we believe that the RZ18 has a big advantage over the S02 which doesn't provide any kind of environmental sealing.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Pentax RZ18's 3.00" LCD screen is slightly larger than Nikon S02's 2.7" screen.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.