Olympus E-M5 II vs Pentax RZ18
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53 Features
84 Overall
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80 Imaging
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84 Overall
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Portability
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37 Overall
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92 Imaging
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Olympus E-M5 II vs Pentax RZ18 Key Specs
Olympus E-M5 II
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 469g - 124 x 85 x 45mm
- Introduced February 2015
- Older Model is Olympus E-M5
- Later Model is Olympus E-M5 III
Pentax RZ18
(Full Review)
(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
- Introduced September 2011
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Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Olympus E-M5 II and Pentax RZ18, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Olympus and Pentax. The resolution of the E-M5 II (16MP) and the RZ18 (16MP) is pretty comparable but the E-M5 II (Four Thirds) and RZ18 (1/2.3") have different sensor measurements.
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Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a concise summation of how the E-M5 II matches up against the RZ18 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus OM-D E-M5 II and Pentax Optio RZ18. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus E-M5 II Gallery and Pentax RZ18 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-M5 II over the Pentax RZ18
| E-M5 II | RZ18 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | February 2015 |  | September 2011 | More recent by 42 months |
| Screen type | Fully Articulated |  | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
| Screen resolution | 1037k |  | 460k | Clearer screen (+577k dot) |
| Selfie screen |  | Take selfies | ||
| Touch screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax RZ18 over the Olympus E-M5 II
| RZ18 | E-M5 II |
|---|
Common features in the Olympus E-M5 II and Pentax RZ18
| E-M5 II | RZ18 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | More accurate focusing | ||
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal screen measurements |
Olympus E-M5 II vs Pentax RZ18 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to lug around your camera often, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-M5 II features physical dimensions of 124mm x 85mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 1.8") along with a weight of 469 grams (1.03 lbs) while the Pentax RZ18 has dimensions 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 Olympus E-M5 II and Pentax RZ18 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose during that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the E-M5 II against the RZ18.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the E-M5 II and RZ18 is 80 and 92 respectively.
Olympus E-M5 II vs Pentax RZ18 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its hard to picture the contrast in sensor measurements purely by seeing specifications. The photograph underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-M5 II and RZ18.
To sum up, both of these cameras provide the same megapixels albeit different sensor measurements. The E-M5 II contains the bigger sensor which should make obtaining bokeh simpler. The newer E-M5 II should have a benefit in sensor innovation.
Olympus E-M5 II vs Pentax RZ18 Screen and ViewFinder
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Portrait Comparison
Olympus E-M5 II Portrait photography features
Pentax RZ18 Portrait photography features
you can focus manually
decent MP (16 megapixels)
nice sensor size (Four Thirds)
includes face detect focus
delivers RAW files
you can focus manually
MP count decent (16MP)
lack of manual exposure
can't use external flash
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Street photography with Olympus E-M5 II
Street photography with Pentax RZ18
screen can move to multiple angles
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
nice sensor size (Four Thirds)
delivers RAW files
provides focus by touch
weather proof
great ISO range (25,600)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
environment proofing
lighter than competitors (178 grams)
screen does not articulate
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Olympus E-M5 II Sports photography highlights
Pentax RZ18 Sports photography highlights
max shutter speed is good (1/8,000s)
silent shooting (1/16,000s)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
decent MP (16MP)
nice sensor size (Four Thirds)
includes tracking focus
weather proof
not so great battery life (310 CIPA)
lacks phase detect auto focus
incredible zoom range (25-450mm 18.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
features tracking autofocus
environment proofing
slow frames per second (1.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Olympus E-M5 II Travel photography factors
Pentax RZ18 Travel photography factors
weather proof
provides focus by touch
decent MP (16MP)
screen is selfie friendly
not so great battery life (310 CIPA)
lighter than competitors (178 grams)
environment proofing
MP count decent (16MP)
flash built-in
pretty wide (25mm)
great reach (450mm)
no Time Lapse function
screen is not selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
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Olympus E-M5 II as a Landscape photography camera
Pentax RZ18 as a Landscape photography camera
you can focus manually
swap lenses (Micro Four Thirds mount)
decent sized screen (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
decent MP (16MP)
nice sensor size (Four Thirds)
great ISO range (25,600)
delivers RAW files
weather proof
not so great battery life (310 CIPA)
you can focus manually
pretty wide (25mm)
screen is a decent size (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count decent (16MP)
environment proofing
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
lack of manual exposure
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
no Time Lapse function
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Olympus E-M5 II Vlogging features
Pentax RZ18 Vlogging features
screen is selfie friendly
screen is touchscreen
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
includes face detect focus
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
does have microphone support
pretty wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than competitors (178 grams)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
screen is not selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pixels)
no external mic jack
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Olympus E-M5 II vs Pentax RZ18 Specifications
| Olympus OM-D E-M5 II | Pentax Optio RZ18 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Olympus | Pentax |
| Model type | Olympus OM-D E-M5 II | Pentax Optio RZ18 |
| Category | Advanced Mirrorless | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Introduced | 2015-02-06 | 2011-09-12 |
| Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | TruePic VII | - |
| Sensor type | MOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | Four Thirds | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 17.3 x 13mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Highest native ISO | 25600 | 6400 |
| Lowest native ISO | 200 | 80 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Lowest boosted ISO | 100 | - |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | 81 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | Micro Four Thirds | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | - | 25-450mm (18.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | - | f/3.5-5.9 |
| Macro focusing distance | - | 4cm |
| Number of lenses | 107 | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 1,037k dot | 460k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Screen technology | - | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
| Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dot | - |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.74x | - |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 60s | 4s |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/2000s |
| Maximum silent shutter speed | 1/16000s | - |
| Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | no built-in flash | 2.80 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, redeye, fill, off, redeye slow sync, slow sync, 2nd-curtain slow sync, manual | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Maximum flash sync | 1/250s | - |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | MPEG-4, H.264, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| 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 seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 469 grams (1.03 pounds) | 178 grams (0.39 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 124 x 85 x 45mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 1.8") | 97 x 61 x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | 73 | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | 23.0 | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.4 | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | 896 | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 310 shots | - |
| Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | BLN-1 | D-LI92 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Launch cost | $699 | $210 |