Canon S200 vs Pentax RS1500
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Canon S200 vs Pentax RS1500 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.0-5.9) lens
- 181g - 100 x 59 x 26mm
- Launched February 2014
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-110mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 157g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
- Launched March 2011

Canon S200 vs Pentax RS1500 Overview
Let's look a bit more in depth at the Canon S200 vs Pentax RS1500, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Canon and Pentax. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the S200 (10MP) and RS1500 (14MP) and the S200 (1/1.7") and RS1500 (1/2.3") boast different sensor sizing.

The S200 was announced 2 years later than the RS1500 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the S200 scores vs the RS1500 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon S200 vs Pentax RS1500 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot S200 and Pentax Optio RS1500. The whole galleries are available at Canon S200 Gallery and Pentax RS1500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon S200 over the Pentax RS1500
S200 | RS1500 | |||
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Launched | February 2014 | ![]() | March 2011 | Fresher by 36 months |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax RS1500 over the Canon S200
RS1500 | S200 |
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Common features in the Canon S200 and Pentax RS1500
S200 | RS1500 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch screen |
Canon S200 vs Pentax RS1500 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Canon S200 provides outer dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 181 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Pentax RS1500 has specifications of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).
Compare the Canon S200 vs Pentax RS1500 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use during that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the S200 and the RS1500.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the S200 and RS1500 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Canon S200 vs Pentax RS1500 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing just by viewing specifications. The graphic underneath might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the S200 and RS1500.
To sum up, both of these cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The S200 using its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Pentax RS1500 will render greater detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The younger S200 provides an edge in sensor innovation.

Canon S200 vs Pentax RS1500 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon S200 vs Pentax RS1500 Specifications
Canon PowerShot S200 | Pentax Optio RS1500 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Pentax |
Model | Canon PowerShot S200 | Pentax Optio RS1500 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2014-02-21 | 2011-03-16 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 5 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 41.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 28-110mm (3.9x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.0-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 4.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 461 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m | 3.90 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Second Curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 181 grams (0.40 pounds) | 157 grams (0.35 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 59 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.0") | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 images | 260 images |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-6LH | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $293 | $150 |