Olympus 8000 vs Pentax RZ18

Here, we will be analyzing the Olympus 8000 and Pentax RZ18, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Olympus and Pentax. There exists a substantial gap between the image resolutions of the 8000 (12MP) and RZ18 (16MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The 8000 was brought out 3 years prior to the RZ18 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the 8000 matches up versus the RZ18 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus Tough 8000 & Pentax Optio RZ18. The entire galleries are available at Olympus 8000 Gallery & Pentax RZ18 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus 8000 provides outer dimensions of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Pentax RZ18 has dimensions of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the 8000 and the RZ18.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 8000 and RZ18 is 94 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing just by looking at specifications. The graphic below should give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the 8000 and RZ18.

Plainly, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Pentax RZ18 to give you greater detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots way more aggressively. The older 8000 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.