Fujifilm S9800 vs Pentax RZ18

On this page, we will be contrasting the Fujifilm S9800 and Pentax RZ18, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Pentax. The image resolution of the Fujifilm S9800 (16MP) and the RZ18 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S9800 was introduced 3 years after the RZ18 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm S9800 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax RZ18 being a Compact camera.

Before going into a complete comparison, here is a brief summation of how the Fujifilm S9800 matches up vs the RZ18 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm S9800 & Pentax Optio RZ18. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S9800 Gallery & Pentax RZ18 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Fujifilm S9800 enjoys physical dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") and a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) whilst the Pentax RZ18 has specifications of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm S9800 and Pentax RZ18 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose during that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm S9800 versus the RZ18.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S9800 and RZ18 is 61 and 92 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizes purely by looking at technical specs. The pic below should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm S9800 and RZ18.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP so you can expect similar quality of photos but you have to factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The more modern Fujifilm S9800 should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.