Panasonic FH7 vs Pentax RZ18

Lets look more closely at the Panasonic FH7 versus Pentax RZ18, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the FH7 (16MP) and the RZ18 (16MP) is very well matched and they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FH7 was unveiled about the same time to the RZ18 and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple summary of how the FH7 scores against the RZ18 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 and Pentax Optio RZ18. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FH7 Gallery and Pentax RZ18 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FH7 has physical measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Pentax RZ18 has dimensions of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

See the Panasonic FH7 versus Pentax RZ18 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use during that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the FH7 and the RZ18.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FH7 and RZ18 is 96 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to picture the gap between sensor dimensions purely by reading through a spec sheet. The image here might give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the FH7 and RZ18.

As you can see, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same MP and you should expect similar quality of photos although you will need to factor the release date of the products into consideration.