Canon SX170 IS vs Pentax RS1500

Here, we will be analyzing the Canon SX170 IS vs Pentax RS1500, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Pentax. The image resolution of the SX170 IS (16MP) and the RS1500 (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX170 IS was released 2 years later than the RS1500 and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short overview of how the SX170 IS grades against the RS1500 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX170 IS & Pentax Optio RS1500. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX170 IS Gallery & Pentax RS1500 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX170 IS comes with outer measurements of 108mm x 71mm x 44mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 251 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Pentax RS1500 has proportions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX170 IS and the RS1500.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX170 IS and RS1500 is 88 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to see the difference between sensor sizing purely by going over specifications. The graphic here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SX170 IS and RS1500.

To sum up, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Canon SX170 IS to offer you extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more modern SX170 IS is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.