Panasonic FX48 vs Pentax RZ18

In this write-up, we are evaluating the Panasonic FX48 and Pentax RZ18, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a considerable gap between the image resolutions of the FX48 (12MP) and RZ18 (16MP) but they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FX48 was launched 3 years prior to the RZ18 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a short summation of how the FX48 matches up vs the RZ18 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 & Pentax Optio RZ18. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FX48 Gallery & Pentax RZ18 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic FX48 provides outer measurements of 95mm x 53mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Pentax RZ18 has sizing of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FX48 and Pentax RZ18 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the FX48 against the RZ18.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FX48 and RZ18 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reviewing technical specs. The picture here may provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the FX48 and RZ18.

As you have seen, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You can anticipate the Pentax RZ18 to deliver more detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged FX48 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.