FujiFilm T300 vs Pentax RS1500
94 Imaging
37 Features
28 Overall
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93 Imaging
37 Features
30 Overall
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FujiFilm T300 vs Pentax RS1500 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 3200)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-280mm (F3.4-5.6) lens
- 151g - 97 x 57 x 28mm
- Announced July 2011
- Other Name is FinePix T305
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-110mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 157g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
- Launched March 2011

FujiFilm T300 vs Pentax RS1500 Overview
Let's take a closer look at the FujiFilm T300 versus Pentax RS1500, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Pentax. The resolution of the T300 (14MP) and the RS1500 (14MP) is very well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The T300 was released 5 months later than the RS1500 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a complete comparison, here is a brief summation of how the T300 scores vs the RS1500 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

FujiFilm T300 vs Pentax RS1500 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix T300 and Pentax Optio RS1500. The complete galleries are available at FujiFilm T300 Gallery and Pentax RS1500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm T300 over the Pentax RS1500
T300 | RS1500 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax RS1500 over the FujiFilm T300
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Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing |
Common features in the FujiFilm T300 and Pentax RS1500
T300 | RS1500 | |||
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Launched | July 2011 | ![]() | March 2011 | Similar generation |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal display measurements |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
FujiFilm T300 vs Pentax RS1500 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm T300 offers exterior measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Pentax RS1500 has dimensions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).
Examine the FujiFilm T300 versus Pentax RS1500 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have at the time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the T300 vs the RS1500.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the T300 and RS1500 is 94 and 93 respectively.

FujiFilm T300 vs Pentax RS1500 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is hard to see the difference between sensor sizing merely by checking technical specs. The visual below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the T300 and RS1500.
As you can tell, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs though you should really factor the production date of the products into consideration.

FujiFilm T300 vs Pentax RS1500 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm T300 vs Pentax RS1500 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix T300 | Pentax Optio RS1500 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Pentax |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix T300 | Pentax Optio RS1500 |
Otherwise known as | FinePix T305 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2011-07-19 | 2011-03-16 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-280mm (10.0x) | 28-110mm (3.9x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.4-5.6 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 2.60 m | 3.90 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 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 | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 151 grams (0.33 lb) | 157 grams (0.35 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 57 x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 180 pictures | 260 pictures |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-45A | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $250 | $150 |