Olympus TG-860 vs Pentax RZ18

The following is a extensive assessment of the Olympus TG-860 vs Pentax RZ18, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the TG-860 (16MP) and the RZ18 (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TG-860 was manufactured 3 years after the RZ18 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus TG-860 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax RZ18 being a Compact camera.

Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a short overview of how the TG-860 scores vs the RZ18 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus Tough TG-860 and Pentax Optio RZ18. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus TG-860 Gallery and Pentax RZ18 Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-860 offers outer dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.1") along with a weight of 224 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Pentax RZ18 has proportions 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 Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the TG-860 vs the RZ18.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the TG-860 and RZ18 is 91 and 92 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by viewing technical specs. The image underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-860 and RZ18.

As you can tell, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same MP and you should expect comparable quality of files however you should factor the release date of the cameras into account. The more modern TG-860 should have a benefit in sensor tech.