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Pentax Optio RZ18

Pentax Optio RZ18
alaScore 87

215 reviews

Nov, 2024

alaTest has collected and analyzed 215 reviews of Pentax Optio RZ18. The average rating for this product is 4.1/5, compared to an average rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras for all reviews. People are impressed by the image quality and zoom. The price and portability are also appreciated. The shutter and energy efficiency get critical views, while the exposure and glare get mixed views.

usability, portability, price, zoom, image quality

durability, flash, low-light, energy, shutter

We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Digital Compact Cameras the Pentax Optio RZ18 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 87/100 = Very good quality.

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Consumer review (amazon.co.uk)

Amazon.co.uk review summary for Pentax Optio RZ18

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 61 user reviews of Pentax Optio RZ18 from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 4.3/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.co.uk. Reviewers are impressed by the image quality and zoom. The price and usability are also appreciated, whereas there are mixed opinions on the low light performance and flash. Some have doubts about the shutter and durability.

portability, usability, price, zoom, image quality

durability, shutter

89% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Nov, 2024

Consumer review (amazon.com)

Amazon.com review summary for Pentax Optio RZ18

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 38 user reviews of Pentax Optio RZ18 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.0/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.2/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.com. People are impressed by the size and image quality. The portability and usability are also appreciated, whereas some have doubts about the exposure and flash.

price, usability, portability, image quality, size

durability, glare, flash, exposure

84% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Nov, 2024

Consumer review (amazon.ca)

Amazon.ca review summary for Pentax Optio RZ18

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 3 user reviews of Pentax Optio RZ18 from Amazon.ca. The average user rating for this product is 5.0/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.ca. People are impressed by the size and zoom. The price and portability are also appreciated, whereas some have doubts about the durability.

usability, portability, price, zoom, size

durability

100% of the reviews on Amazon.ca give this product a positive rating.

Nov, 2024

Expert review by : Michael Palmer (steves-digicams.com)

PENTAX Optio RZ18 Preview

 

PENTAX has just announced the newest member of its RZ zoom series, the 16 megapixel Optio RZ18. Let's begin by talking about the lens. In 35mm terms, this 18x optical zoom lens is the equivalent of a 25 - 450mm lens. If that's not quite enough, there...

Sep, 2011

Expert review by : Mark Goldstein (photographyblog.com)

Pentax Optio RZ18 Review

 

The Pentax Optio RZ18 is a new travel-zoom compact digital camera sporting a wide-angle 18x zoom lens. Offering a versatile focal range of 25-450mm, the Pentax RZ18 also features a 16 megapixel sensor, Dual Shake Reduction system, high-resolution 3...

The Pentax Optio RZ18 is an appealing travel-zoom camera with a truly versatile 18x zoom lens, but it's unfortunately let down by average image quality, no-frills build quality and slow processing times. The RZ18 takes a similar approach to previous...

Dec, 2011

Expert review by : Digital Camera-HQ (digitalcamera-hq.com)

Pentax Optio RZ-18

 

In the very crowded travel zoom category, the RZ-18 does little to best the competition. Reviews point out the camera's poor image quality even at low ISOs, uncompetitive 720p HD video mode, and slow performance. The RZ-18's price has plummeted since...

Mar, 2012

Expert review by : Jeff Meyer (techradar.com)

Pentax Optio RZ18 review

 

18x zoom and 16 megapixel resolution

18x zoom lens ; Big and bright screen ; Great Dynamic Range setting ; Sensible button layout

Can't zoom while recording videos ; Noise at lower ISOs ; Slow processing times ; Struggled with strong colours in bright conditions

An 18x zoom lens, 16 megapixel resolution, a full price of £199.99/AU$299/US$299.95 and a street price of around £100/AU$150/US$120? It's certainly a headline that demands your attention. After all, anyone in the market for a take-anywhere pocket...

Dec, 2012

Expert review by : GadgetSpeak (gadgetspeak.com)

Pentax Optio RZ18

 

Not slim, not sleek and the cream colour makes it look a little strange. However the important thing is image quality and here I have no complaints, in fact this ultra compact model has other features not always found with other small cameras .

Mar, 2012

Expert review by (ephotozine.com)

Pentax Optio RZ18 Digital Camera Review

 

The Pentax Optio RZ18 has a massive 18x optical zoom and is put the test by Daniel Bell.

Keenly priced; Good video quality; D-lighting

Noise significant at ISO 800 upwards

Nov, 2011

Expert review by (ephotozine.com)

Pentax Optio RZ18 Digital Camera Sample Photos

 

Here are a range of sample photos taken on the Pentax Optio RZ18 compact digital camera with an 18x optical zoom lens.

Nov, 2011

Consumer review (hsn.com)

GREAT CAMERA !!!!!!!...

 

Love this little camera!!! Has a lot of great features,and is easy to use. I have an"expensive" camera but it is heavier and requires changing lenses for the shots I want. This camera is small and fits in my pocket or purse so it's always handy!

Jun, 2012

Consumer review (hsn.com)

better than any camera ive had...

 

I love this camera. I always bought kodak and I wanted something different. I love the multi shot feature, color changing options, and many more options this camera offers. A little concerned about the caseing at first but once you use it you kinda...

Jun, 2012

Consumer review (hsn.com)

Pentax Optio Camera...

 

The casing is sort of cheeze - on the cheap side. The pictures are good - it is easy to use. The one thing I do not like is the battery - it has to be taken out of the camera & put in a charger instead of being charged in the camera.

Jun, 2012

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