Pentax RZ18 vs Samsung HZ50W
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Pentax RZ18 vs Samsung HZ50W 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
- Introduced September 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-676mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 426g - 116 x 83 x 91mm
- Revealed May 2010
- Alternate Name is WB5500
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Following is a extended assessment of the Pentax RZ18 and Samsung HZ50W, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Pentax and Samsung. The resolution of the RZ18 (16MP) and the HZ50W (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe RZ18 was announced 17 months after the HZ50W which makes them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras have different body design with the Pentax RZ18 being a Compact camera and the Samsung HZ50W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the RZ18 scores versus the HZ50W in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Pentax RZ18 over the Samsung HZ50W
| RZ18 | HZ50W | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | September 2011 |  | May 2010 | More modern by 17 months |
| Screen resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ50W over the Pentax RZ18
| HZ50W | RZ18 |
|---|
Common features in the Pentax RZ18 and Samsung HZ50W
| RZ18 | HZ50W | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | More accurate focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal screen measurements |
| Selfie screen |  | Missing selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Neither contains Touch screen |
Pentax RZ18 vs Samsung HZ50W Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and proportions. The Pentax RZ18 has got exterior dimensions 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 Samsung HZ50W has measurements of 116mm x 83mm x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") and a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).
Check out the Pentax RZ18 and Samsung HZ50W in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the RZ18 vs the HZ50W.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the RZ18 and HZ50W is 92 and 70 respectively.
Pentax RZ18 vs Samsung HZ50W Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizes just by researching specifications. The picture underneath may provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the RZ18 and HZ50W.
Plainly, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Pentax RZ18 to provide you with greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The more recent RZ18 will have an edge in sensor innovation.
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Pentax RZ18 vs Samsung HZ50W Specifications
| Pentax Optio RZ18 | Samsung HZ50W | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Pentax | Samsung |
| Model | Pentax Optio RZ18 | Samsung HZ50W |
| Also Known as | - | WB5500 |
| Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Introduced | 2011-09-12 | 2010-05-03 |
| Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Max enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
| Lowest native ISO | 80 | 64 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Number of focus points | 9 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | 26-676mm (26.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/2.8-5.0 |
| Macro focus distance | 4cm | 10cm |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Screen technology | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 16 seconds |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per sec | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 2.80 m | 5.60 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
| 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 (60, 30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
| Mic jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 178g (0.39 lbs) | 426g (0.94 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 97 x 61 x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 116 x 83 x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall 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 | SLB-11A |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SC/SDHC, Internal |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Pricing at release | $210 | $250 |