Pentax RZ18 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
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Pentax RZ18 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-450mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 178g - 97 x 61 x 33mm
- Released September 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-481mm (F) lens
- 305g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
- Introduced August 2012
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The following is a extended comparison of the Pentax RZ18 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Pentax and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the RZ18 (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe RZ18 was brought out 11 months before the Galaxy Camera 4G and they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the RZ18 grades vs the Galaxy Camera 4G in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Reasons to pick Pentax RZ18 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
| RZ18 | Galaxy Camera 4G | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Very accurate focusing | ||
| Screen resolution | 460k |  | 0k | Crisper screen (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G over the Pentax RZ18
| Galaxy Camera 4G | RZ18 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | August 2012 |  | September 2011 | Newer by 11 months |
| Screen size | 4.8" |  | 3" | Bigger screen (+1.8") |
| Touch friendly screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Pentax RZ18 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
| RZ18 | Galaxy Camera 4G | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Pentax RZ18 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to travel with your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Pentax RZ18 comes with external measurements of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G has measurements of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).
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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the RZ18 and the Galaxy Camera 4G.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the RZ18 and Galaxy Camera 4G is 92 and 90 respectively.
Pentax RZ18 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its hard to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by checking a spec sheet. The image underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the RZ18 and Galaxy Camera 4G.
As you can see, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical megapixels and you can expect similar quality of images however you will need to consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The more aged RZ18 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.
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Pentax RZ18 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Specifications
| Pentax Optio RZ18 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Pentax | Samsung |
| Model type | Pentax Optio RZ18 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G |
| Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Released | 2011-09-12 | 2012-08-29 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | - | 1.4GHz Quad-Core |
| Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
| Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | - |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect AF | ||
| Contract detect AF | ||
| Phase detect AF | ||
| Total focus points | 9 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
| Max aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | - |
| Macro focusing range | 4cm | - |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 3 inches | 4.8 inches |
| Resolution of display | 460k dot | 0k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Display tech | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | - |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | - |
| Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 2.80 m | no built-in flash |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | no built-in flash |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Microphone input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
| GPS | None | BuiltIn |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 178 gr (0.39 pounds) | 305 gr (0.67 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 97 x 61 x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery ID | D-LI92 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Pricing at launch | $210 | $550 |