Fujifilm XP50 vs Pentax RZ18
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Fujifilm XP50 vs Pentax RZ18 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
- 175g - 99 x 68 x 26mm
- Announced January 2012
- Previous Model is Fujifilm XP30
- Updated by Fujifilm XP60
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-450mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 178g - 97 x 61 x 33mm
- Released September 2011

Fujifilm XP50 vs Pentax RZ18 Overview
Let's look a little more closely at the Fujifilm XP50 versus Pentax RZ18, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers FujiFilm and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm XP50 (14MP) and the RZ18 (16MP) is very similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm XP50 was revealed 4 months later than the RZ18 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple summation of how the Fujifilm XP50 scores versus the RZ18 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm XP50 vs Pentax RZ18 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix XP50 and Pentax Optio RZ18. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm XP50 Gallery and Pentax RZ18 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP50 over the Pentax RZ18
Fujifilm XP50 | RZ18 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax RZ18 over the Fujifilm XP50
RZ18 | Fujifilm XP50 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm XP50 and Pentax RZ18
Fujifilm XP50 | RZ18 | |||
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Released | January 2012 | ![]() | September 2011 | Similar generation |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm XP50 vs Pentax RZ18 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm XP50 has external measurements of 99mm x 68mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") having a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Pentax RZ18 has measurements of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).
Check the Fujifilm XP50 versus Pentax RZ18 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm XP50 against the RZ18.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XP50 and RZ18 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Fujifilm XP50 vs Pentax RZ18 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizing purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will help give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm XP50 and RZ18.
Clearly, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should expect to see the Pentax RZ18 to offer greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos much more aggressively.

Fujifilm XP50 vs Pentax RZ18 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm XP50 vs Pentax RZ18 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix XP50 | Pentax Optio RZ18 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Pentax |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix XP50 | Pentax Optio RZ18 |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2012-01-05 | 2011-09-12 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3072 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-450mm (18.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.9-4.9 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 9cm | 4cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.10 m | 2.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 175g (0.39 lb) | 178g (0.39 lb) |
Dimensions | 99 x 68 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") | 97 x 61 x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 images | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NP-45A | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Auto release, Auto shutter (Dog, Cat), Couple, Portrait) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/ SDHC/ SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $180 | $210 |