Canon SX600 HS vs Pentax RS1500

Here is a complete assessment of the Canon SX600 HS versus Pentax RS1500, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Canon and Pentax. The image resolution of the SX600 HS (16MP) and the RS1500 (14MP) is relatively well matched and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX600 HS was brought out 2 years later than the RS1500 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a in-depth comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the SX600 HS grades against the RS1500 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX600 HS and Pentax Optio RS1500. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX600 HS Gallery and Pentax RS1500 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon SX600 HS offers physical measurements of 104mm x 61mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.0") with a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Pentax RS1500 has proportions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX600 HS versus Pentax RS1500 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the SX600 HS vs the RS1500.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX600 HS and RS1500 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizing simply by checking technical specs. The visual underneath may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SX600 HS and RS1500.

As you have seen, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Canon SX600 HS to resolve extra detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs far more aggressively. The newer SX600 HS should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.