Pentax RZ18 vs Sony HX350

Below is a thorough assessment of the Pentax RZ18 vs Sony HX350, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Pentax and Sony. The sensor resolution of the RZ18 (16MP) and the HX350 (20MP) is very similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The RZ18 was manufactured 6 years earlier than the HX350 and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Pentax RZ18 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX350 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the RZ18 matches up vs the HX350 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax Optio RZ18 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX350. The entire galleries are viewable at Pentax RZ18 Gallery & Sony HX350 Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Pentax RZ18 enjoys outer dimensions of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Sony HX350 has dimensions of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") along with a weight of 652 grams (1.44 lbs).

Examine the Pentax RZ18 vs Sony HX350 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using at that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the RZ18 versus the HX350.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the RZ18 and HX350 is 92 and 62 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements purely by going over specs. The graphic below will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the RZ18 and HX350.

All in all, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Sony HX350 to deliver more detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older RZ18 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.