Pentax RZ18 vs Sony H200

Let's look more in depth at the Pentax RZ18 versus Sony H200, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Pentax and Sony. The resolution of the RZ18 (16MP) and the H200 (20MP) is very close and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The RZ18 was announced 16 months prior to the H200 making them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Pentax RZ18 being a Compact camera and the Sony H200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the RZ18 matches up against the H200 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax Optio RZ18 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H200. The whole galleries are provided at Pentax RZ18 Gallery and Sony H200 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Pentax RZ18 has got outside 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) while the Sony H200 has sizing of 123mm x 83mm x 87mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 3.4") along with a weight of 530 grams (1.17 lbs).

Contrast the Pentax RZ18 versus Sony H200 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the RZ18 compared to the H200.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the RZ18 and H200 is 92 and 67 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizing just by looking through specifications. The photograph here may provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the RZ18 and H200.

To sum up, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Sony H200 to render extra detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics way more aggressively. The older RZ18 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.