Kodak Z990 vs Pentax RZ18

Following is a detailed comparison of the Kodak Z990 versus Pentax RZ18, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Kodak and Pentax. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the Z990 (12MP) and RZ18 (16MP) but they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Z990 was brought out 8 months earlier than the RZ18 so they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Kodak Z990 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax RZ18 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a quick overview of how the Z990 grades versus the RZ18 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare Z990 and Pentax Optio RZ18. The entire galleries are provided at Kodak Z990 Gallery and Pentax RZ18 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Kodak Z990 features outside dimensions of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") with a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) and the Pentax RZ18 has proportions of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

Look at the Kodak Z990 versus Pentax RZ18 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use during that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the Z990 vs the RZ18.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the Z990 and RZ18 is 68 and 92 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizes simply by looking at specs. The picture below will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the Z990 and RZ18.

All in all, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should expect the Pentax RZ18 to resolve greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots much more aggressively. The more aged Z990 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.