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Fujifilm XP80 vs Pentax RZ18

Portability
93
Imaging
40
Features
35
Overall
38
Fujifilm XP80 front
 
Pentax Optio RZ18 front
Portability
92
Imaging
38
Features
37
Overall
37

Fujifilm XP80 vs Pentax RZ18 Key Specs

Fujifilm XP80
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
  • 179g - 104 x 67 x 26mm
  • Revealed January 2015
  • Succeeded the Fujifilm XP70
  • New Model is Fujifilm XP90
Pentax RZ18
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-450mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
  • 178g - 97 x 61 x 33mm
  • Revealed September 2011
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Fujifilm XP80 vs Pentax RZ18 Overview

Following is a in depth assessment of the Fujifilm XP80 and Pentax RZ18, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies FujiFilm and Pentax. The image resolution of the Fujifilm XP80 (16MP) and the RZ18 (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP80 was brought out 3 years after the RZ18 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the Fujifilm XP80 scores vs the RZ18 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP80 over the Pentax RZ18

 Fujifilm XP80 RZ18 
RevealedJanuary 2015September 2011More modern by 41 months

Reasons to pick Pentax RZ18 over the Fujifilm XP80

 RZ18 Fujifilm XP80 
Manual focus Very exact focusing
Screen size3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")

Common features in the Fujifilm XP80 and Pentax RZ18

 Fujifilm XP80 RZ18 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution460k460kExact same screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Missing Touch friendly screen

Fujifilm XP80 vs Pentax RZ18 Physical Comparison

If you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm XP80 features outside measurements of 104mm x 67mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.0") having a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Pentax RZ18 has proportions of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

See the Fujifilm XP80 and Pentax RZ18 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm XP80 vs the RZ18.

Fujifilm XP80 vs Pentax RZ18 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XP80 and RZ18 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Fujifilm XP80 vs Pentax RZ18 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm XP80 vs Pentax RZ18 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it can be hard to envision the gap in sensor sizes simply by checking out specs. The image underneath may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm XP80 and RZ18.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical resolution and you can expect comparable quality of files however you would want to take the age of the cameras into account. The more modern Fujifilm XP80 will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm XP80 vs Pentax RZ18 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm XP80 vs Pentax RZ18 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm XP80 vs Pentax RZ18 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm XP80 Portrait photography highlights
Pentax RZ18 Portrait photography highlights
35
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
has face detect focus
no manual focus
no manual control
external flash not possible
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
36
manual focus
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
manual exposure not possible
can't use external flash
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm XP80 Street photography info
Pentax RZ18 Street photography info
62
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
environment proof
no articulating screen
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
65
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
environment sealing
lighter than others (178g)
no moving screen
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm XP80 Sports photography information
Pentax RZ18 Sports photography information
45
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
has tracking focus
environment proof
no shutter priority
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
bad battery pack (210 shots)
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
46
long zoom range (25-450mm 18.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
megapixel count good (16MP)
provides tracking focus
environment sealing
painfully slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm XP80 Travel photography information
Pentax RZ18 Travel photography information
65
environment proof
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
really wide (28mm)
missing Timelapse function
bad battery pack (210 shots)
does not posses selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
71
lighter than others (178g)
environment sealing
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
fairly wide (25mm)
great zoom (450mm)
lack of Time Lapse mode
display isn't selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Fujifilm XP80
Landscape photography with Pentax RZ18
40
really wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
environment proof
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
screen is small (2.7")
no manual control
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
bad battery pack (210 per charge)
missing Timelapse function
49
manual focus
fairly wide (25mm)
screen size is good (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
environment sealing
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
manual exposure not possible
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
lack of Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm XP80 Vlogging highlights
Pentax RZ18 Vlogging highlights
34
really wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
has face detect focus
high video quality (1920 x 1080 resolution)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
does not posses selfie friendly screen
missing microphone socket
30
fairly wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than others (178g)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
display isn't selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of mic support
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Fujifilm XP80 vs Pentax RZ18 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm XP80 and Pentax RZ18
 Fujifilm XP80Pentax Optio RZ18
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Pentax
Model Fujifilm XP80 Pentax Optio RZ18
Type Waterproof Small Sensor Superzoom
Revealed 2015-01-14 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 16 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4608 x 3456 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 6400 6400
Lowest native ISO 100 80
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Number of focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-140mm (5.0x) 25-450mm (18.0x)
Maximum 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 sizing 2.7 inches 3 inches
Resolution of display 460k dots 460k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Display technology - TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4 secs 4 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shutter rate 10.0 frames per sec 1.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 4.40 m (with Auto ISO) 2.80 m
Flash options Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30p) 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
Mic support
Headphone support
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
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 179g (0.39 lbs) 178g (0.39 lbs)
Physical dimensions 104 x 67 x 26mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.0") 97 x 61 x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 210 shots -
Battery style Battery Pack -
Battery model NP-45S D-LI92
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, group) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots Single Single
Retail price $149 $210