Pentax K-01 vs Pentax RZ18
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Pentax K-01 vs Pentax RZ18 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Increase to 25600)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 561g - 122 x 79 x 58mm
- Revealed May 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
- Launched September 2011
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Below, we will be reviewing the Pentax K-01 and Pentax RZ18, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are built by Pentax. The image resolution of the K-01 (16MP) and the RZ18 (16MP) is relatively similar but the K-01 (APS-C) and RZ18 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor sizing.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe K-01 was introduced 9 months after the RZ18 so they are of a similar generation. The two cameras come with different body type with the Pentax K-01 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax RZ18 being a Compact camera.
Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief overview of how the K-01 scores versus the RZ18 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax K-01 and Pentax Optio RZ18. The whole galleries are viewable at Pentax K-01 Gallery and Pentax RZ18 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax K-01 over the Pentax RZ18
| K-01 | RZ18 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | May 2012 |  | September 2011 | More modern by 9 months |
| Screen resolution | 921k |  | 460k | Clearer screen (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax RZ18 over the Pentax K-01
| RZ18 | K-01 |
|---|
Common features in the Pentax K-01 and Pentax RZ18
| K-01 | RZ18 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | More accurate focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen dimension | 3" |  | 3" | Identical screen measurement |
| Selfie screen |  | Missing selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Missing Touch screen |
Pentax K-01 vs Pentax RZ18 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Pentax K-01 offers outer dimensions of 122mm x 79mm x 58mm (4.8" x 3.1" x 2.3") and a weight of 561 grams (1.24 lbs) while 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).
Look at the Pentax K-01 and Pentax RZ18 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the K-01 vs the RZ18.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the K-01 and RZ18 is 76 and 92 respectively.
Pentax K-01 vs Pentax RZ18 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reading specifications. The picture below should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the K-01 and RZ18.
Plainly, the 2 cameras have got the exact same MP albeit not the same sensor sizes. The K-01 offers the bigger sensor which will make getting shallow DOF simpler. The newer K-01 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Pentax K-01 vs Pentax RZ18 Specifications
| Pentax K-01 | Pentax Optio RZ18 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Pentax | Pentax |
| Model type | Pentax K-01 | Pentax Optio RZ18 |
| Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Revealed | 2012-05-30 | 2011-09-12 |
| Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 23.7 x 15.7mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor area | 372.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4928 x 3264 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
| Maximum enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Total focus points | 81 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | Pentax KAF2 | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | - | 25-450mm (18.0x) |
| Largest aperture | - | f/3.5-5.9 |
| Macro focusing range | - | 4cm |
| Available lenses | 151 | - |
| Crop factor | 1.5 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
| Resolution of screen | 921 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Screen tech | TFT LCD monitor | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 30s | 4s |
| Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
| Continuous shutter rate | 6.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 2.80 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow-speed Sync, Trailing Curtain Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Max flash synchronize | 1/180s | - |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps),1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25, 24 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25, 24 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| 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 sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 561 grams (1.24 lb) | 178 grams (0.39 lb) |
| Dimensions | 122 x 79 x 58mm (4.8" x 3.1" x 2.3") | 97 x 61 x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | 79 | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | 23.7 | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.9 | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | 1135 | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 540 shots | - |
| Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | D-LI90 | D-LI92 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Cost at release | $899 | $210 |
