Fujifilm X10 vs Pentax RZ18
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Fujifilm X10 vs Pentax RZ18 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 2/3" Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Expand to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-112mm (F2.0-2.8) lens
- 350g - 117 x 70 x 57mm
- Announced July 2012
- Later Model is Fujifilm X20
(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
- Launched September 2011

Fujifilm X10 vs Pentax RZ18 Overview
Lets look much closer at the Fujifilm X10 versus Pentax RZ18, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals FujiFilm and Pentax. There is a considerable difference between the resolutions of the Fujifilm X10 (12MP) and RZ18 (16MP) and the Fujifilm X10 (2/3") and RZ18 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor dimensions.

The Fujifilm X10 was announced 11 months after the RZ18 and they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple summary of how the Fujifilm X10 matches up versus the RZ18 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm X10 vs Pentax RZ18 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X10 & Pentax Optio RZ18. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm X10 Gallery & Pentax RZ18 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X10 over the Pentax RZ18
Fujifilm X10 | RZ18 | |||
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Launched | July 2012 | ![]() | September 2011 | Newer by 11 months |
Reasons to pick Pentax RZ18 over the Fujifilm X10
RZ18 | Fujifilm X10 | |||
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Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.8" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Common features in the Fujifilm X10 and Pentax RZ18
Fujifilm X10 | RZ18 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Missing Touch display |
Fujifilm X10 vs Pentax RZ18 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X10 comes with outside measurements of 117mm x 70mm x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") along with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) and the Pentax RZ18 has measurements of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).
Examine the Fujifilm X10 versus Pentax RZ18 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have at the time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm X10 versus the RZ18.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X10 and RZ18 is 83 and 92 respectively.

Fujifilm X10 vs Pentax RZ18 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is tough to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reviewing specifications. The picture below should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X10 and RZ18.
To sum up, both cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X10 with its larger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Pentax RZ18 will deliver greater detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images way more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X10 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.

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Fujifilm X10 vs Pentax RZ18 Specifications
Fujifilm X10 | Pentax Optio RZ18 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Pentax |
Model type | Fujifilm X10 | Pentax Optio RZ18 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2012-07-11 | 2011-09-12 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | EXR | - |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS I | CCD |
Sensor size | 2/3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 8.8 x 6.6mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 58.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 12800 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 49 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 25-450mm (18.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.0-2.8 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 4cm |
Crop factor | 4.1 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.8" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 460k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 85 percent | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 9.00 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 | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/1000s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (70, 30 fps), 320 x 240 (120 fps), 320 x 112 (200 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 data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 350 gr (0.77 lbs) | 178 gr (0.39 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 117 x 70 x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") | 97 x 61 x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 50 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 20.5 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.3 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 245 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 270 photographs | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-50 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $600 | $210 |