Olympus SP-820UZ vs Pentax RZ18
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Olympus SP-820UZ vs Pentax RZ18 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 22-896mm (F3.4-5.7) lens
- 485g - 117 x 78 x 93mm
- Launched August 2012
- Succeeded the Olympus SP-820UZ
- Updated by Olympus SP-820UZ
(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
Olympus SP-820UZ vs Pentax RZ18 Overview
Below, we are evaluating the Olympus SP-820UZ vs Pentax RZ18, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the SP-820UZ (14MP) and the RZ18 (16MP) is very similar and they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe SP-820UZ was introduced 12 months after the RZ18 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a complete comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the SP-820UZ scores against the RZ18 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Olympus SP-820UZ vs Pentax RZ18 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ and Pentax Optio RZ18. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-820UZ Gallery and Pentax RZ18 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-820UZ over the Pentax RZ18
SP-820UZ | RZ18 | |||
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Launched | August 2012 | September 2011 | Newer by 12 months |
Reasons to pick Pentax RZ18 over the Olympus SP-820UZ
RZ18 | SP-820UZ | |||
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Manually focus | Very precise focus |
Common features in the Olympus SP-820UZ and Pentax RZ18
SP-820UZ | RZ18 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display size | |
Display resolution | 460k | 460k | Identical display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Absent Touch display |
Olympus SP-820UZ vs Pentax RZ18 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to travel with your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus SP-820UZ features external dimensions of 117mm x 78mm x 93mm (4.6" x 3.1" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 485 grams (1.07 lbs) while the Pentax RZ18 has sizing of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).
Take a look at the Olympus SP-820UZ vs Pentax RZ18 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose during that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the SP-820UZ compared to the RZ18.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the SP-820UZ and RZ18 is 69 and 92 respectively.
Olympus SP-820UZ vs Pentax RZ18 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its tough to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by going over technical specs. The picture underneath will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-820UZ and RZ18.
As you can tell, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should expect to see the Pentax RZ18 to offer greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images much more aggressively. The younger SP-820UZ should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.
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Olympus SP-820UZ vs Pentax RZ18 Specifications
Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ | Pentax Optio RZ18 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Pentax |
Model | Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ | Pentax Optio RZ18 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2012-08-21 | 2011-09-12 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 22-896mm (40.7x) | 25-450mm (18.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.4-5.7 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 4cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 460k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | TFT Color LCD | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 15.00 m | 2.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 180 (30, 240 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 485 grams (1.07 pounds) | 178 grams (0.39 pounds) |
Dimensions | 117 x 78 x 93mm (4.6" x 3.1" x 3.7") | 97 x 61 x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $299 | $210 |