Pentax RZ18 vs Pentax VS20
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90 Imaging
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Pentax RZ18 vs Pentax VS20 Key Specs
(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
- Announced September 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-560mm (F3.1-4.8) lens
- 235g - 111 x 61 x 38mm
- Introduced January 2012
Pentax RZ18 vs Pentax VS20 Overview
The following is a extended comparison of the Pentax RZ18 versus Pentax VS20, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both are created by Pentax. The resolution of the RZ18 (16MP) and the VS20 (16MP) is fairly close and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe RZ18 was released 4 months prior to the VS20 so they are of a similar generation. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a short summary of how the RZ18 grades vs the VS20 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Pentax RZ18 vs Pentax VS20 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax Optio RZ18 and Pentax Optio VS20. The complete galleries are available at Pentax RZ18 Gallery and Pentax VS20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax RZ18 over the Pentax VS20
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Reasons to pick Pentax VS20 over the Pentax RZ18
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Common features in the Pentax RZ18 and Pentax VS20
RZ18 | VS20 | |||
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Introduced | September 2011 | January 2012 | Same generation | |
Manually focus | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display size | |
Display resolution | 460k | 460k | Identical display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | No Touch friendly display |
Pentax RZ18 vs Pentax VS20 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and size. The Pentax RZ18 provides physical 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) and the Pentax VS20 has specifications of 111mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.5") and a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).
Check out the Pentax RZ18 versus Pentax VS20 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the RZ18 compared to the VS20.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the RZ18 and VS20 is 92 and 90 respectively.
Pentax RZ18 vs Pentax VS20 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be hard to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions simply by researching a spec sheet. The image here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the RZ18 and VS20.
Clearly, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same resolution so you should expect comparable quality of files though you really should factor the production date of the cameras into account.
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Pentax RZ18 vs Pentax VS20 Specifications
Pentax Optio RZ18 | Pentax Optio VS20 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Pentax | Pentax |
Model | Pentax Optio RZ18 | Pentax Optio VS20 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2011-09-12 | 2012-01-25 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 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 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 3 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | 28-560mm (20.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/3.1-4.8 |
Macro focus range | 4cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 460k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2500s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 2.80 m | 2.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 178g (0.39 pounds) | 235g (0.52 pounds) |
Dimensions | 97 x 61 x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 111 x 61 x 38mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.5") |
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 model | D-LI92 | D-LI122 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $210 | $106 |