Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Pentax RZ18
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Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Pentax RZ18 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Boost to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
- 157g - 102 x 60 x 18mm
- Released January 2012
(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
- Announced September 2011

Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Pentax RZ18 Overview
Following is a complete overview of the Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Pentax RZ18, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies FujiFilm and Pentax. The image resolution of the Fujifilm Z1000EXR (16MP) and the RZ18 (16MP) is very close but the Fujifilm Z1000EXR (1/2") and RZ18 (1/2.3") use different sensor sizing.

The Fujifilm Z1000EXR was introduced 4 months after the RZ18 and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick view of how the Fujifilm Z1000EXR grades vs the RZ18 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Pentax RZ18 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR and Pentax Optio RZ18. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm Z1000EXR Gallery and Pentax RZ18 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z1000EXR over the Pentax RZ18
Fujifilm Z1000EXR | RZ18 | |||
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Display dimension | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax RZ18 over the Fujifilm Z1000EXR
RZ18 | Fujifilm Z1000EXR | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus |
Common features in the Fujifilm Z1000EXR and Pentax RZ18
Fujifilm Z1000EXR | RZ18 | |||
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Announced | January 2012 | ![]() | September 2011 | Same generation |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen |
Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Pentax RZ18 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm Z1000EXR provides exterior measurements of 102mm x 60mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.7") along with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Pentax RZ18 has dimensions of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).
Contrast the Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Pentax RZ18 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm Z1000EXR versus the RZ18.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm Z1000EXR and RZ18 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Pentax RZ18 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizes purely by looking through specifications. The picture underneath may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm Z1000EXR and RZ18.
Plainly, each of the cameras have got the exact same megapixel count but different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm Z1000EXR uses the larger sensor which should make getting shallow depth of field simpler.

Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Pentax RZ18 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Pentax RZ18 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR | Pentax Optio RZ18 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Pentax |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR | Pentax Optio RZ18 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2012-01-05 | 2011-09-12 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | EXRCMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.4 x 4.8mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 30.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Max boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-450mm (18.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.9-4.9 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 9cm | 4cm |
Crop factor | 5.6 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3.5" | 3" |
Display resolution | 460k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 11.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.70 m (Wide: 30 cm–3.0 m / Tele: 1.0m–2.1 m) | 2.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 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) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 157g (0.35 lbs) | 178g (0.39 lbs) |
Dimensions | 102 x 60 x 18mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.7") | 97 x 61 x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 220 photographs | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | 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 recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $0 | $210 |