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Fujifilm HS50 EXR vs Pentax RZ18

Portability
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Imaging
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Features
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Overall
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Fujifilm FinePix HS50 EXR front
 
Pentax Optio RZ18 front
Portability
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Imaging
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Features
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Overall
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Fujifilm HS50 EXR vs Pentax RZ18 Key Specs

Fujifilm HS50 EXR
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2" Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 100 - 12800
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-1000mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
  • 808g - 135 x 101 x 146mm
  • Announced January 2013
  • Older Model is Fujifilm HS35EXR
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
  • Announced September 2011
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Fujifilm HS50 EXR vs Pentax RZ18 Overview

Below, we will be reviewing the Fujifilm HS50 EXR versus Pentax RZ18, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Pentax. The image resolution of the Fujifilm HS50 EXR (16MP) and the RZ18 (16MP) is pretty comparable but the Fujifilm HS50 EXR (1/2") and RZ18 (1/2.3") feature different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm HS50 EXR was revealed 17 months later than the RZ18 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm HS50 EXR being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax RZ18 being a Compact camera.

Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the Fujifilm HS50 EXR grades versus the RZ18 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm HS50 EXR over the Pentax RZ18

 Fujifilm HS50 EXR RZ18 
AnnouncedJanuary 2013September 2011Fresher by 17 months
Screen typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating screen
Screen resolution920k460kCrisper screen (+460k dot)
Selfie screen Easy selfies

Reasons to pick Pentax RZ18 over the Fujifilm HS50 EXR

 RZ18 Fujifilm HS50 EXR 

Common features in the Fujifilm HS50 EXR and Pentax RZ18

 Fujifilm HS50 EXR RZ18 
Manually focus Dial exact focus
Screen dimension3"3"Identical screen dimensions
Touch screen Neither offers Touch screen

Fujifilm HS50 EXR vs Pentax RZ18 Physical Comparison

In case you're intending to carry your camera, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm HS50 EXR offers outside dimensions of 135mm x 101mm x 146mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 5.7") accompanied by a weight of 808 grams (1.78 lbs) and the Pentax RZ18 has measurements of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm HS50 EXR versus Pentax RZ18 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm HS50 EXR against the RZ18.

Fujifilm HS50 EXR vs Pentax RZ18 size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm HS50 EXR and RZ18 is 54 and 92 respectively.

Fujifilm HS50 EXR vs Pentax RZ18 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm HS50 EXR vs Pentax RZ18 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it is tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizing just by seeing technical specs. The photograph below might give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm HS50 EXR and RZ18.

As you can tell, both of these cameras have got the exact same megapixels albeit different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm HS50 EXR includes the bigger sensor which will make achieving bokeh easier. The younger Fujifilm HS50 EXR should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm HS50 EXR vs Pentax RZ18 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm HS50 EXR vs Pentax RZ18 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm HS50 EXR vs Pentax RZ18 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Fujifilm HS50 EXR
Portrait photography with Pentax RZ18
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manual focus
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
includes face detect focus
delivers RAW files
sensor size is very small (1/2")
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focusing manually
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
manual mode not available
can't use external flash
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm HS50 EXR Street photography factors
Pentax RZ18 Street photography factors
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fully articulated screen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
delivers RAW files
sensor size is very small (1/2")
heavier than competition in class (808g)
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image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
environment proof
lighter than competitors (178g)
screen does not articulate
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm HS50 EXR Sports photography highlights
Pentax RZ18 Sports photography highlights
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great zoom range (24-1000mm 41.7 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
includes tracking focus
better than average battery life (500 CIPA)
sensor has phase detect auto focus
sensor size is very small (1/2")
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incredible zoom range (25-450mm 18.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count decent (16MP)
offers tracking focus
environment proof
very slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Fujifilm HS50 EXR
Travel photography with Pentax RZ18
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better than average battery life (500 shots)
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
flash built-in
selfie friendly screen
reasonably wide (24mm)
great zoom (1000mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
heavier than competition in class (808g)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
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lighter than competitors (178 grams)
environment proof
MP count decent (16MP)
has built in flash
rather wide (25mm)
great reach (450mm)
no Time Lapse function
screen is not selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm HS50 EXR Landscape photography features
Pentax RZ18 Landscape photography features
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manual focus
reasonably wide (24mm)
decent sized screen (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
delivers RAW files
better than average battery life (500 CIPA)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
sensor size is very small (1/2")
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
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focusing manually
rather wide (25mm)
decent sized screen (3")
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
environment proof
can't switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
manual mode not available
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
no Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm HS50 EXR Vlogging details
Pentax RZ18 Vlogging details
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reasonably wide (24mm)
selfie friendly screen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
includes face detect focus
video res high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
includes mic jack
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
heavier than competition in class (808 grams)
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rather wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than competitors (178 grams)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen is not selfie friendly
video res low (1280 x 720 pxls)
no mic port
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Fujifilm HS50 EXR vs Pentax RZ18 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm HS50 EXR and Pentax RZ18
 Fujifilm FinePix HS50 EXRPentax Optio RZ18
General Information
Make FujiFilm Pentax
Model type Fujifilm FinePix HS50 EXR Pentax Optio RZ18
Class Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Announced 2013-01-07 2011-09-12
Body design SLR-like (bridge) Compact
Sensor Information
Processor EXR Processor II -
Sensor type EXRCMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.4 x 4.8mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 30.7mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4608 x 3456 4608 x 3456
Highest native ISO 12800 6400
Lowest native ISO 100 80
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points - 9
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 24-1000mm (41.7x) 25-450mm (18.0x)
Highest aperture f/2.8-5.6 f/3.5-5.9
Macro focusing range 0cm 4cm
Focal length multiplier 5.6 5.9
Screen
Range of screen Fully Articulated Fixed Type
Screen size 3" 3"
Screen resolution 920k dot 460k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Screen technology - TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic None
Viewfinder resolution 920k dot -
Features
Min shutter speed 30 secs 4 secs
Max shutter speed 1/4000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shutter speed 11.0 frames/s 1.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes -
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance - 2.80 m
Flash options - Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (60 fps) 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps)
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 Motion JPEG
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None Eye-Fi Connected
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 808 grams (1.78 lbs) 178 grams (0.39 lbs)
Dimensions 135 x 101 x 146mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 5.7") 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 life 500 shots -
Battery form Battery Pack -
Battery ID - D-LI92
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Launch cost $500 $210