Pentax RZ18 vs Sony HX100V

On this page, we are matching up the Pentax RZ18 and Sony HX100V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Pentax and Sony. The sensor resolution of the RZ18 (16MP) and the HX100V (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The RZ18 was launched very close to the HX100V so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras have different body design with the Pentax RZ18 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX100V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the RZ18 grades versus the HX100V with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax Optio RZ18 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V. The complete galleries are viewable at Pentax RZ18 Gallery and Sony HX100V Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and size. The Pentax RZ18 features external 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) whilst the Sony HX100V has specifications of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") having a weight of 577 grams (1.27 lbs).

Contrast the Pentax RZ18 and Sony HX100V in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the RZ18 compared to the HX100V.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the RZ18 and HX100V is 92 and 66 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to visualize the gap between sensor measurements only by going over technical specs. The visual underneath will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the RZ18 and HX100V.

As you can tell, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP so you should expect similar quality of images though you would want to take the release date of the products into consideration.