Fujifilm JZ100 vs Pentax RZ18

Lets look more closely at the Fujifilm JZ100 versus Pentax RZ18, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands FujiFilm and Pentax. The image resolution of the Fujifilm JZ100 (14MP) and the RZ18 (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm JZ100 was announced 4 months later than the RZ18 which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple view of how the Fujifilm JZ100 matches up versus the RZ18 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix JZ100 and Pentax Optio RZ18. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm JZ100 Gallery and Pentax RZ18 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Fujifilm JZ100 comes with external dimensions of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Pentax RZ18 has specifications of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm JZ100 versus Pentax RZ18 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm JZ100 compared to the RZ18.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm JZ100 and RZ18 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, its difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizing only by reviewing specifications. The graphic below might provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm JZ100 and RZ18.

To sum up, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Pentax RZ18 to deliver more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos way more aggressively.