Pentax RZ18 vs Sony WX150

Below is a complete assessment of the Pentax RZ18 versus Sony WX150, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Pentax and Sony. The sensor resolution of the RZ18 (16MP) and the WX150 (18MP) is very comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The RZ18 was unveiled 5 months before the WX150 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short summation of how the RZ18 grades against the WX150 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax Optio RZ18 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX150. The full galleries are provided at Pentax RZ18 Gallery and Sony WX150 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera often, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Pentax RZ18 provides 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) and the Sony WX150 has proportions of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Contrast the Pentax RZ18 versus Sony WX150 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the RZ18 vs the WX150.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the RZ18 and WX150 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Usually, its hard to imagine the difference in sensor measurements merely by going through a spec sheet. The graphic here should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the RZ18 and WX150.

Clearly, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should expect to see the Sony WX150 to provide more detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images much more aggressively.