FujiFilm S2500HD vs Pentax RZ18

Let's take a deeper look at the FujiFilm S2500HD and Pentax RZ18, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Pentax. There is a crucial difference between the sensor resolutions of the S2500HD (12MP) and RZ18 (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S2500HD was introduced 14 months before the RZ18 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the FujiFilm S2500HD being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax RZ18 being a Compact camera.

Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple view of how the S2500HD matches up against the RZ18 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix S2500HD and Pentax Optio RZ18. The whole galleries are viewable at FujiFilm S2500HD Gallery and Pentax RZ18 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm S2500HD has got physical dimensions of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") with a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) whilst the Pentax RZ18 has measurements of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

Look at the FujiFilm S2500HD and Pentax RZ18 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the S2500HD vs the RZ18.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the S2500HD and RZ18 is 78 and 92 respectively.

Often, it's hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizing simply by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the S2500HD and RZ18.

Clearly, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Pentax RZ18 to give extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The older S2500HD is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.