Casio EX-ZR10 vs Pentax RZ18
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Casio EX-ZR10 vs Pentax RZ18 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-196mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 176g - 102 x 69 x 27mm
- Released September 2010
(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
- Launched September 2011

Casio EX-ZR10 vs Pentax RZ18 Overview
On this page, we are comparing the Casio EX-ZR10 and Pentax RZ18, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Casio and Pentax. There exists a large gap among the sensor resolutions of the EX-ZR10 (12MP) and RZ18 (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR10 was introduced 11 months prior to the RZ18 and they are both of a similar age. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the EX-ZR10 scores vs the RZ18 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-ZR10 vs Pentax RZ18 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-ZR10 & Pentax Optio RZ18. The whole galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR10 Gallery & Pentax RZ18 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR10 over the Pentax RZ18
EX-ZR10 | RZ18 | |||
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Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper display (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax RZ18 over the Casio EX-ZR10
RZ18 | EX-ZR10 | |||
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Launched | September 2011 | ![]() | September 2010 | Fresher by 11 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZR10 and Pentax RZ18
EX-ZR10 | RZ18 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch display |
Casio EX-ZR10 vs Pentax RZ18 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-ZR10 comes with outside measurements of 102mm x 69mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") with a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Pentax RZ18 has dimensions of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).
Contrast the Casio EX-ZR10 and Pentax RZ18 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use at that moment. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the EX-ZR10 vs the RZ18.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR10 and RZ18 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR10 vs Pentax RZ18 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizing purely by researching technical specs. The photograph below will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZR10 and RZ18.
As you have seen, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You can expect to see the Pentax RZ18 to result in extra detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images more aggressively. The older EX-ZR10 will be behind in sensor tech.

Casio EX-ZR10 vs Pentax RZ18 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZR10 vs Pentax RZ18 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR10 | Pentax Optio RZ18 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Casio | Pentax |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR10 | Pentax Optio RZ18 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2010-09-20 | 2011-09-12 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Exilim Engine HS | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 25-450mm (18.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 4cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 461k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 2.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 432 x 320 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 176g (0.39 lbs) | 178g (0.39 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 69 x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") | 97 x 61 x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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-110 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $190 | $210 |