Fujifilm HS35EXR vs Pentax RZ18

On this page, we will be reviewing the Fujifilm HS35EXR vs Pentax RZ18, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Pentax. The resolution of the Fujifilm HS35EXR (16MP) and the RZ18 (16MP) is relatively well matched but the Fujifilm HS35EXR (1/2") and RZ18 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm HS35EXR was announced 17 months later than the RZ18 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm HS35EXR being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax RZ18 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the Fujifilm HS35EXR matches up vs the RZ18 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR and Pentax Optio RZ18. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm HS35EXR Gallery and Pentax RZ18 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm HS35EXR features outer measurements of 131mm x 97mm x 126mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 5.0") accompanied by a weight of 687 grams (1.51 lbs) and the Pentax RZ18 has measurements of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm HS35EXR vs Pentax RZ18 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm HS35EXR compared to the RZ18.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm HS35EXR and RZ18 is 59 and 92 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to see the contrast between sensor sizing purely by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph here may give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm HS35EXR and RZ18.

As you can see, both the cameras provide the same megapixel count albeit not the same sensor sizing. The Fujifilm HS35EXR has got the bigger sensor which is going to make getting shallow depth of field simpler. The younger Fujifilm HS35EXR is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.