FujiFilm S200EXR vs Pentax RZ18

Let's look more closely at the FujiFilm S200EXR versus Pentax RZ18, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Pentax. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the S200EXR (12MP) and RZ18 (16MP) and the S200EXR (1/1.6") and RZ18 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor size.

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The S200EXR was launched 3 years before the RZ18 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the FujiFilm S200EXR being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax RZ18 being a Compact camera.

Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the S200EXR matches up versus the RZ18 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix S200EXR and Pentax Optio RZ18. The complete galleries are viewable at FujiFilm S200EXR Gallery and Pentax RZ18 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm S200EXR features external dimensions of 133mm x 94mm x 145mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 5.7") accompanied by a weight of 865 grams (1.91 lbs) whilst the Pentax RZ18 has dimensions of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

Check out the FujiFilm S200EXR versus Pentax RZ18 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the S200EXR versus the RZ18.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S200EXR and RZ18 is 54 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizing simply by researching specifications. The graphic here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the S200EXR and RZ18.

Plainly, both of the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The S200EXR due to its larger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Pentax RZ18 will render greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The older S200EXR will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.