Canon SX210 IS vs Pentax RS1500

Its time to take a closer look at the Canon SX210 IS and Pentax RS1500, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Pentax. The resolution of the SX210 IS (14MP) and the RS1500 (14MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX210 IS was released 9 months earlier than the RS1500 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summation of how the SX210 IS grades against the RS1500 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX210 IS and Pentax Optio RS1500. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX210 IS Gallery and Pentax RS1500 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SX210 IS provides external measurements of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 220 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Pentax RS1500 has measurements of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

See the Canon SX210 IS and Pentax RS1500 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the SX210 IS and the RS1500.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX210 IS and RS1500 is 90 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizes merely by going through a spec sheet. The pic here may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SX210 IS and RS1500.

Clearly, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of pictures though you should take the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged SX210 IS will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.