FujiFilm JV200 vs Pentax RS1500

Lets look more closely at the FujiFilm JV200 and Pentax RS1500, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Pentax. The image resolution of the JV200 (14MP) and the RS1500 (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The JV200 was revealed 2 months before the RS1500 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a thorough comparison, here is a short view of how the JV200 scores vs the RS1500 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix JV200 and Pentax Optio RS1500. The full galleries are available at FujiFilm JV200 Gallery and Pentax RS1500 Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm JV200 has exterior dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Pentax RS1500 has proportions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

Take a look at the FujiFilm JV200 and Pentax RS1500 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is a front view size comparison of the JV200 against the RS1500.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the JV200 and RS1500 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to see the difference between sensor measurements just by checking technical specs. The visual here might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the JV200 and RS1500.

As you have seen, both cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical resolution so you should expect similar quality of pictures although you really should take the release date of the products into consideration.