Kodak C135 vs Pentax RZ18
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Kodak C135 vs Pentax RZ18 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.4" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1250
- 640 x 480 video
- 35mm (F3.0) lens
- 175g - 147 x 58 x 23mm
- Announced 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
- Launched September 2011

Kodak C135 vs Pentax RZ18 Overview
The following is a extended overview of the Kodak C135 versus Pentax RZ18, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Kodak and Pentax. The image resolution of the C135 (14MP) and the RZ18 (16MP) is fairly close and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The C135 was launched 4 months after the RZ18 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the C135 matches up against the RZ18 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Kodak C135 vs Pentax RZ18 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare C135 & Pentax Optio RZ18. The complete galleries are provided at Kodak C135 Gallery & Pentax RZ18 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak C135 over the Pentax RZ18
C135 | RZ18 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax RZ18 over the Kodak C135
RZ18 | C135 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.4" | Larger display (+0.6") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 112k | Crisper display (+348k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak C135 and Pentax RZ18
C135 | RZ18 | |||
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Launched | January 2012 | ![]() | September 2011 | Same age |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | No Touch friendly display |
Kodak C135 vs Pentax RZ18 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Kodak C135 features physical dimensions of 147mm x 58mm x 23mm (5.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Pentax RZ18 has dimensions of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).
Take a look at the Kodak C135 versus Pentax RZ18 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the C135 compared to the RZ18.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the C135 and RZ18 is 92 and 92 respectively.

Kodak C135 vs Pentax RZ18 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's tough to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by viewing a spec sheet. The image underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the C135 and RZ18.
Clearly, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Pentax RZ18 to render extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos far more aggressively.

Kodak C135 vs Pentax RZ18 Screen and ViewFinder


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Kodak C135 vs Pentax RZ18 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare C135 | Pentax Optio RZ18 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Kodak | Pentax |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare C135 | Pentax Optio RZ18 |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2012-01-10 | 2011-09-12 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | 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 | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1250 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
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 | 35mm (1x) | 25-450mm (18.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 4cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.4" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 112k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1400s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 2.40 m (@ ISO 360) | 2.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 175g (0.39 pounds) | 178g (0.39 pounds) |
Dimensions | 147 x 58 x 23mm (5.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 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 ID | 2 x AA | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $0 | $210 |