Pentax RZ18 vs Pentax VS20

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").

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The 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.

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.

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.

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.