Casio EX-FC150 vs Pentax RZ18
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![Casio Exilim EX-FC150 front Casio Exilim EX-FC150 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Casio-Exilim-EX-FC150/Casio-EX-FC150-front.jpg)
![Pentax Optio RZ18 front Pentax Optio RZ18 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Pentax-Optio-RZ18/Pentax-RZ18-front.jpg)
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Casio EX-FC150 vs Pentax RZ18 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 37-185mm (F3.6-4.5) lens
- 173g - 99 x 58 x 28mm
- Launched November 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-450mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 178g - 97 x 61 x 33mm
- Announced September 2011
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Casio EX-FC150 vs Pentax RZ18 Overview
Here, we are matching up the Casio EX-FC150 vs Pentax RZ18, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Casio and Pentax. There is a noticeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the EX-FC150 (10MP) and RZ18 (16MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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The EX-FC150 was introduced 22 months before the RZ18 making them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summation of how the EX-FC150 grades against the RZ18 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Casio EX-FC150 vs Pentax RZ18 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-FC150 & Pentax Optio RZ18. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-FC150 Gallery & Pentax RZ18 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-FC150 over the Pentax RZ18
EX-FC150 | RZ18 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax RZ18 over the Casio EX-FC150
RZ18 | EX-FC150 | |||
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Announced | September 2011 | ![]() | November 2009 | More modern by 22 months |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-FC150 and Pentax RZ18
EX-FC150 | RZ18 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch display |
Casio EX-FC150 vs Pentax RZ18 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry around your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and volume. The Casio EX-FC150 features physical measurements of 99mm x 58mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 173 grams (0.38 lbs) while the Pentax RZ18 has sizing of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).
Take a look at the Casio EX-FC150 vs Pentax RZ18 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select during that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the EX-FC150 and the RZ18.
![Casio EX-FC150 vs Pentax RZ18 size comparison Casio EX-FC150 vs Pentax RZ18 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-FC150-vs-Pentax-Optio-RZ18-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-FC150 and RZ18 is 93 and 92 respectively.
![Casio EX-FC150 vs Pentax RZ18 top view buttons comparison Casio EX-FC150 vs Pentax RZ18 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-FC150-vs-Pentax-Optio-RZ18-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Casio EX-FC150 vs Pentax RZ18 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reading technical specs. The pic here might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-FC150 and RZ18.
As you have seen, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You can expect to see the Pentax RZ18 to offer you greater detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged EX-FC150 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.
![Casio EX-FC150 vs Pentax RZ18 sensor size comparison Casio EX-FC150 vs Pentax RZ18 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-FC150-vs-Pentax-Optio-RZ18-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Casio EX-FC150 vs Pentax RZ18 Screen and ViewFinder
![Casio EX-FC150 vs Pentax RZ18 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Casio EX-FC150 vs Pentax RZ18 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-FC150-vs-Pentax-Optio-RZ18-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Casio EX-FC150 vs Pentax RZ18 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-FC150 | Pentax Optio RZ18 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Pentax |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-FC150 | Pentax Optio RZ18 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2009-11-16 | 2011-09-12 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 37-185mm (5.0x) | 25-450mm (18.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.6-4.5 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 4cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | - | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 40.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 2.60 m | 2.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 × 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 448 x 336 (30, 240 fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps), 448 x 336 (240 fps), 224 x 168 (420 fps), 224 x 64 (1000 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 173 gr (0.38 pounds) | 178 gr (0.39 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 58 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 97 x 61 x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 ID | NP-40 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $350 | $210 |