Olympus SH-50 vs Pentax RZ18

The following is a complete overview of the Olympus SH-50 and Pentax RZ18, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the SH-50 (16MP) and the RZ18 (16MP) is relatively comparable and they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SH-50 was released 17 months after the RZ18 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a in depth comparison, below is a short highlight of how the SH-50 matches up against the RZ18 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SH-50 and Pentax Optio RZ18. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus SH-50 Gallery and Pentax RZ18 Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus SH-50 provides outside measurements of 112mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) whilst the Pentax RZ18 has specifications of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus SH-50 and Pentax RZ18 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the SH-50 vs the RZ18.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SH-50 and RZ18 is 88 and 92 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions simply by seeing specifications. The pic here might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SH-50 and RZ18.

Plainly, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of photos though you might want to take the release date of the cameras into account. The newer SH-50 should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.