Pentax RZ18 vs Samsung WB150F

The following is a extended review of the Pentax RZ18 and Samsung WB150F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Pentax and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the RZ18 (16MP) and the WB150F (14MP) is relatively well matched and they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The RZ18 was launched 3 months prior to the WB150F so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a quick view of how the RZ18 matches up versus the WB150F in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax Optio RZ18 and Samsung WB150F. The complete galleries are provided at Pentax RZ18 Gallery and Samsung WB150F Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Pentax RZ18 provides exterior dimensions of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB150F has sizing of 107mm x 61mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the RZ18 compared to the WB150F.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the RZ18 and WB150F is 92 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to envision the difference between sensor dimensions only by reading through a spec sheet. The pic below should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the RZ18 and WB150F.

Clearly, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Pentax RZ18 to resolve more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures much more aggressively.