Fujifilm XP200 vs Pentax RZ18

Lets examine more closely at the Fujifilm XP200 versus Pentax RZ18, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals FujiFilm and Pentax. The image resolution of the Fujifilm XP200 (16MP) and the RZ18 (16MP) is relatively similar and they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP200 was introduced 19 months later than the RZ18 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the Fujifilm XP200 scores vs the RZ18 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix XP200 & Pentax Optio RZ18. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm XP200 Gallery & Pentax RZ18 Gallery.

In case you're intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Fujifilm XP200 has got outer measurements of 116mm x 71mm x 30mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 1.2") and a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Pentax RZ18 has sizing 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 XP200 versus Pentax RZ18 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have at that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm XP200 versus the RZ18.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XP200 and RZ18 is 90 and 92 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to visualise the difference between sensor measurements only by reviewing technical specs. The graphic below will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm XP200 and RZ18.

As you can tell, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical resolution and you can expect similar quality of images but you have to take the launch date of the products into consideration. The more modern Fujifilm XP200 will have a benefit in sensor tech.