Pentax RZ18 vs Pentax X70

In this article, we are comparing the Pentax RZ18 vs Pentax X70, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and they are both designed by Pentax. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the RZ18 (16MP) and X70 (12MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The RZ18 was launched 2 years later than the X70 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Pentax RZ18 being a Compact camera and the Pentax X70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going through a more detailed comparison, below is a concise summation of how the RZ18 matches up versus the X70 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax Optio RZ18 and Pentax X70. The complete galleries are provided at Pentax RZ18 Gallery and Pentax X70 Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Pentax RZ18 has outside 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) whilst the Pentax X70 has measurements of 110mm x 83mm x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") having a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the RZ18 vs the X70.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the RZ18 and X70 is 92 and 71 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements just by looking through a spec sheet. The visual underneath may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the RZ18 and X70.

As you can see, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should anticipate the Pentax RZ18 to provide you with extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more recent RZ18 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.