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Casio EX-H20G vs Pentax RZ18

Portability
91
Imaging
36
Features
32
Overall
34
Casio Exilim EX-H20G front
 
Pentax Optio RZ18 front
Portability
92
Imaging
38
Features
37
Overall
37

Casio EX-H20G vs Pentax RZ18 Key Specs

Casio EX-H20G
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-240mm (F3.2-5.7) lens
  • 216g - 103 x 68 x 29mm
  • Revealed September 2010
Pentax RZ18
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-450mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
  • 178g - 97 x 61 x 33mm
  • Released September 2011
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Casio EX-H20G vs Pentax RZ18 Overview

Lets look more closely at the Casio EX-H20G versus Pentax RZ18, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Casio and Pentax. The resolution of the EX-H20G (14MP) and the RZ18 (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-H20G was launched 11 months before the RZ18 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the EX-H20G grades vs the RZ18 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-H20G over the Pentax RZ18

 EX-H20G RZ18 
Screen resolution461k460kClearer screen (+1k dot)

Reasons to pick Pentax RZ18 over the Casio EX-H20G

 RZ18 EX-H20G 
ReleasedSeptember 2011September 2010More recent by 11 months

Common features in the Casio EX-H20G and Pentax RZ18

 EX-H20G RZ18 
Manual focus Very precise focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen size3"3"Same screen dimensions
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch screen Lacking Touch screen

Casio EX-H20G vs Pentax RZ18 Physical Comparison

When you are looking to lug around your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-H20G features outer measurements of 103mm x 68mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.1") having a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Pentax RZ18 has measurements of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

Look at the Casio EX-H20G versus Pentax RZ18 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have at that moment. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the EX-H20G compared to the RZ18.

Casio EX-H20G vs Pentax RZ18 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability score of the EX-H20G and RZ18 is 91 and 92 respectively.

Casio EX-H20G vs Pentax RZ18 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-H20G vs Pentax RZ18 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it is tough to picture the contrast in sensor measurements merely by looking through specifications. The visual below might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-H20G and RZ18.

Plainly, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should count on the Pentax RZ18 to result in extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures way more aggressively. The older EX-H20G will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.

Casio EX-H20G vs Pentax RZ18 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-H20G vs Pentax RZ18 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-H20G vs Pentax RZ18 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-H20G as a Portrait photography camera
Pentax RZ18 as a Portrait photography camera
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focusing manually
decent megapixels (14MP)
no manual control
no external flash support
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
36
focusing manually
MP count good (16 megapixels)
no manual control
external flash not possible
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Casio EX-H20G
Street photography with Pentax RZ18
53
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen does not articulate
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
heavier than competitors in class (216 grams)
65
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
weather proof
lighter than competition (178g)
fixed screen
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-H20G as a Sports photography camera
Pentax RZ18 as a Sports photography camera
38
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
no shutter priority
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
46
excellent zoom range (25-450mm 18.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count good (16MP)
features tracking autofocus
weather proof
continuous shooting slow (1.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-H20G as a Travel photography camera
Pentax RZ18 as a Travel photography camera
60
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
pretty wide (24mm)
does not have Time Lapse function
heavier than competitors in class (216 grams)
screen isn't selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
71
lighter than competition (178 grams)
weather proof
MP count good (16MP)
flash built-in
fairly wide (25mm)
great reach (450mm)
missing Time Lapse function
display is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-H20G Landscape photography information
Pentax RZ18 Landscape photography information
46
focusing manually
pretty wide (24mm)
screen size is decent (3")
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent megapixels (14MP)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
no manual control
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
does not have Time Lapse function
49
focusing manually
fairly wide (25mm)
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count good (16MP)
weather proof
can't swap lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
no manual control
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
missing Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-H20G Vlogging factors
Pentax RZ18 Vlogging factors
27
pretty wide (24mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
screen isn't selfie friendly
video res low (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have mic socket
heavier than competitors in class (216 grams)
30
fairly wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than competition (178 grams)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
display is not selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing external mic support
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Casio EX-H20G vs Pentax RZ18 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-H20G and Pentax RZ18
 Casio Exilim EX-H20GPentax Optio RZ18
General Information
Company Casio Pentax
Model type Casio Exilim EX-H20G Pentax Optio RZ18
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Revealed 2010-09-20 2011-09-12
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Chip Exilim Engine HS -
Sensor type CCD 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 14 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4320 x 3240 4608 x 3456
Highest native ISO 3200 6400
Lowest native ISO 64 80
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Total focus points - 9
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 24-240mm (10.0x) 25-450mm (18.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.2-5.7 f/3.5-5.9
Macro focusing distance 7cm 4cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 3 inch 3 inch
Display resolution 461k dots 460k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Display technology - TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4s 4s
Highest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Continuous shooting rate - 1.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance - 2.80 m
Flash modes Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format H.264 Motion JPEG
Mic support
Headphone support
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 BuiltIn None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 216 gr (0.48 pounds) 178 gr (0.39 pounds)
Physical dimensions 103 x 68 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.7" 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-90 D-LI92
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Retail pricing $300 $210