Panasonic LX100 II vs Pentax RZ18
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Panasonic LX100 II vs Pentax RZ18 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 17MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-75mm (F1.7-2.8) lens
- 392g - 115 x 66 x 64mm
- Announced August 2018
- Old Model is Panasonic LX100
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-450mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 178g - 97 x 61 x 33mm
- Revealed September 2011
Panasonic LX100 II vs Pentax RZ18 Overview
Here, we will be reviewing the Panasonic LX100 II versus Pentax RZ18, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the LX100 II (17MP) and the RZ18 (16MP) is relatively comparable but the LX100 II (Four Thirds) and RZ18 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizing.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe LX100 II was announced 7 years later than the RZ18 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic LX100 II being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Pentax RZ18 being a Compact camera.
Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the LX100 II grades against the RZ18 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Panasonic LX100 II vs Pentax RZ18 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 II and Pentax Optio RZ18. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic LX100 II Gallery and Pentax RZ18 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic LX100 II over the Pentax RZ18
LX100 II | RZ18 | |||
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Revealed | August 2018 | September 2011 | More recent by 85 months | |
Screen resolution | 1240k | 460k | Clearer screen (+780k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax RZ18 over the Panasonic LX100 II
RZ18 | LX100 II |
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Common features in the Panasonic LX100 II and Pentax RZ18
LX100 II | RZ18 | |||
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Focus manually | Very exact focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen measurement | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen |
Panasonic LX100 II vs Pentax RZ18 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to lug around your camera, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic LX100 II has got outside dimensions of 115mm x 66mm x 64mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 2.5") having a weight of 392 grams (0.86 lbs) and the Pentax RZ18 has specifications of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).
Compare the Panasonic LX100 II versus Pentax RZ18 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the LX100 II vs the RZ18.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the LX100 II and RZ18 is 81 and 92 respectively.
Panasonic LX100 II vs Pentax RZ18 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is difficult to visualise the gap in sensor measurements merely by checking out a spec sheet. The graphic below will offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the LX100 II and RZ18.
Clearly, both the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The LX100 II having a bigger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Panasonic LX100 II will produce greater detail with its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots way more aggressively. The more recent LX100 II is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.
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Panasonic LX100 II vs Pentax RZ18 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 II | Pentax Optio RZ18 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 II | Pentax Optio RZ18 |
Class | Large Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2018-08-22 | 2011-09-12 |
Physical type | Large Sensor Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 17.3 x 13mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 17 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4736 x 3552 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Min boosted ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-75mm (3.1x) | 25-450mm (18.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/1.7-2.8 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 4cm |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 1,240k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | - | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,760k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1800 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Highest quiet shutter speed | 1/16000 secs | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 11.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m (with included external flash at ISO 100) | 2.80 m |
Flash modes | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | DMW-BLE9 lithium-ion battery & USB charger | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 392 grams (0.86 lb) | 178 grams (0.39 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 115 x 66 x 64mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 2.5") | 97 x 61 x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 life | 340 photographs | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $998 | $210 |