Olympus 7040 vs Pentax RZ18

Let's examine more in depth at the Olympus 7040 vs Pentax RZ18, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the 7040 (14MP) and the RZ18 (16MP) is relatively close and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The 7040 was released 20 months prior to the RZ18 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a brief summation of how the 7040 grades vs the RZ18 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus 7040 & Pentax Optio RZ18. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus 7040 Gallery & Pentax RZ18 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera, you have to factor its weight and size. The Olympus 7040 has got outer dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Pentax RZ18 has specifications of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select at that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the 7040 vs the RZ18.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the 7040 and RZ18 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions just by viewing specifications. The pic here will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the 7040 and RZ18.

To sum up, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Pentax RZ18 to result in greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged 7040 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.