Pentax RZ18 vs Samsung ST6500
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39 Features
37 Overall
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39 Features
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Pentax RZ18 vs Samsung ST6500 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
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 102 x 57 x 19mm
- Announced January 2011
Pentax RZ18 vs Samsung ST6500 Overview
Lets look more in depth at the Pentax RZ18 and Samsung ST6500, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by companies Pentax and Samsung. The resolution of the RZ18 (16MP) and the ST6500 (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe RZ18 was launched 8 months later than the ST6500 and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras have different body design with the Pentax RZ18 being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST6500 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the RZ18 grades vs the ST6500 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Pentax RZ18 vs Samsung ST6500 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax Optio RZ18 and Samsung ST6500. The complete galleries are provided at Pentax RZ18 Gallery and Samsung ST6500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax RZ18 over the Samsung ST6500
RZ18 | ST6500 | |||
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Announced | September 2011 | January 2011 | Fresher by 8 months | |
Focus manually | Dial precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST6500 over the Pentax RZ18
ST6500 | RZ18 | |||
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Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Pentax RZ18 and Samsung ST6500
RZ18 | ST6500 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display measurements | |
Display resolution | 460k | 460k | Equal display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen |
Pentax RZ18 vs Samsung ST6500 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Pentax RZ18 has got physical 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) and the Samsung ST6500 has specifications of 102mm x 57mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Check out the Pentax RZ18 and Samsung ST6500 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the RZ18 compared to the ST6500.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the RZ18 and ST6500 is 92 and 99 respectively.
Pentax RZ18 vs Samsung ST6500 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizing purely by checking out specifications. The photograph here will give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the RZ18 and ST6500.
Plainly, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same MP and you should expect comparable quality of photos though you need to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The younger RZ18 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.
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Pentax RZ18 vs Samsung ST6500 Specifications
Pentax Optio RZ18 | Samsung ST6500 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Pentax | Samsung |
Model type | Pentax Optio RZ18 | Samsung ST6500 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Released | 2011-09-12 | 2011-01-19 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
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 area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 4cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 460k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 2.80 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 178g (0.39 lb) | - |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 61 x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 102 x 57 x 19mm (4.0" x 2.2" 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 recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | - |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail price | $210 | - |