Fujifilm T550 vs Pentax RZ18

Here, we will be evaluating the Fujifilm T550 vs Pentax RZ18, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm T550 (16MP) and the RZ18 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm T550 was manufactured 17 months later than the RZ18 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a full comparison, here is a brief summary of how the Fujifilm T550 scores against the RZ18 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix T550 & Pentax Optio RZ18. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm T550 Gallery & Pentax RZ18 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Fujifilm T550 features exterior measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) and 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).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm T550 versus the RZ18.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm T550 and RZ18 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizing simply by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph below may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm T550 and RZ18.

As you can see, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels so you can expect similar quality of photographs however you need to factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The more recent Fujifilm T550 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.