Pentax RZ18 vs Sony HX7V

In this write-up, we are evaluating the Pentax RZ18 vs Sony HX7V, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Pentax and Sony. The resolution of the RZ18 (16MP) and the HX7V (16MP) is very well matched and they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The RZ18 was announced 2 months after the HX7V and they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a full comparison, below is a simple summation of how the RZ18 scores vs the HX7V in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax Optio RZ18 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V. The whole galleries are provided at Pentax RZ18 Gallery & Sony HX7V Gallery.

In case you're going to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Pentax RZ18 has physical measurements of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Sony HX7V has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

Compare the Pentax RZ18 vs Sony HX7V in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have during that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the RZ18 vs the HX7V.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the RZ18 and HX7V is 92 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to picture the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reading through technical specs. The picture underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the RZ18 and HX7V.

As you have seen, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP and you can expect similar quality of pictures but you have to take the launch date of the products into consideration.