Panasonic SZ1 vs Pentax RZ18
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Panasonic SZ1 vs Pentax RZ18 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 131g - 99 x 59 x 21mm
- Announced January 2012
(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
- Introduced September 2011
Panasonic SZ1 vs Pentax RZ18 Overview
The following is a complete assessment of the Panasonic SZ1 and Pentax RZ18, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the SZ1 (16MP) and the RZ18 (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe SZ1 was brought out 4 months after the RZ18 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a thorough comparison, here is a short summary of how the SZ1 grades versus the RZ18 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic SZ1 vs Pentax RZ18 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1 and Pentax Optio RZ18. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic SZ1 Gallery and Pentax RZ18 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ1 over the Pentax RZ18
SZ1 | RZ18 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax RZ18 over the Panasonic SZ1
RZ18 | SZ1 | |||
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Manual focus | More precise focusing | |||
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic SZ1 and Pentax RZ18
SZ1 | RZ18 | |||
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Introduced | January 2012 | September 2011 | Similar generation | |
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen measurement | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither comes with Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic SZ1 vs Pentax RZ18 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to travel with your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic SZ1 comes with exterior dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Pentax RZ18 has measurements of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic SZ1 and Pentax RZ18 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the SZ1 versus the RZ18.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SZ1 and RZ18 is 95 and 92 respectively.
Panasonic SZ1 vs Pentax RZ18 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's hard to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reading specs. The pic below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ1 and RZ18.
All in all, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP therefore you should expect similar quality of images however you may want to factor the release date of the products into consideration.
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Panasonic SZ1 vs Pentax RZ18 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1 | Pentax Optio RZ18 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1 | Pentax Optio RZ18 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2012-01-09 | 2011-09-12 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | 25-450mm (18.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 4cm | 4cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | TFT Color LCD | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.60 m | 2.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 131g (0.29 lbs) | 178g (0.39 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 59 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 97 x 61 x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 250 pictures | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $179 | $210 |