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Fujifilm Z37 vs Pentax RS1500

Portability
95
Imaging
33
Features
13
Overall
25
Fujifilm FinePix Z37 front
 
Pentax Optio RS1500 front
Portability
93
Imaging
37
Features
30
Overall
34

Fujifilm Z37 vs Pentax RS1500 Key Specs

Fujifilm Z37
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 35-105mm (F3.7-4.2) lens
  • 125g - 90 x 58 x 24mm
  • Launched July 2009
Pentax RS1500
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-110mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
  • 157g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
  • Introduced March 2011
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Fujifilm Z37 vs Pentax RS1500 Overview

On this page, we will be matching up the Fujifilm Z37 versus Pentax RS1500, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Pentax. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm Z37 (10MP) and RS1500 (14MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm Z37 was released 20 months before the RS1500 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a full comparison, here is a concise summation of how the Fujifilm Z37 grades against the RS1500 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z37 over the Pentax RS1500

 Fujifilm Z37 RS1500 

Reasons to pick Pentax RS1500 over the Fujifilm Z37

 RS1500 Fujifilm Z37 
IntroducedMarch 2011July 2009More modern by 20 months
Manually focus Dial accurate focusing

Common features in the Fujifilm Z37 and Pentax RS1500

 Fujifilm Z37 RS1500 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions2.7"2.7"Equal screen dimensions
Screen resolution230k230kEqual screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch screen Lacking Touch screen

Fujifilm Z37 vs Pentax RS1500 Physical Comparison

For those who are going to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm Z37 enjoys external measurements of 90mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Pentax RS1500 has dimensions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm Z37 versus Pentax RS1500 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm Z37 compared to the RS1500.

Fujifilm Z37 vs Pentax RS1500 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm Z37 and RS1500 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Fujifilm Z37 vs Pentax RS1500 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm Z37 vs Pentax RS1500 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it's tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizes just by researching specifications. The picture here will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm Z37 and RS1500.

To sum up, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Pentax RS1500 to provide you with more detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm Z37 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

Fujifilm Z37 vs Pentax RS1500 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm Z37 vs Pentax RS1500 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm Z37 vs Pentax RS1500 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm Z37 Portrait photography highlights
Pentax RS1500 Portrait photography highlights
19
lack of manual focus
manual mode not available
no external flash support
low megapixels (10 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
35
manual focus
decent megapixels (14MP)
lack of manual mode
can't use external flash
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm Z37 Street photography info
Pentax RS1500 Street photography info
54
lighter than competition in class (125 grams)
fixed screen
no image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
54
environment proof
no moving screen
no image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm Z37 Sports photography info
Pentax RS1500 Sports photography info
16
low max shutter speed (1/1,000s)
lack of shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
low megapixels (10 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
37
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
supports tracking focus
environment proof
max frames per second low (1.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm Z37 Travel photography features
Pentax RS1500 Travel photography features
56
lighter than competition in class (125 grams)
has built in flash
doesn't have Timelapse recording
low megapixels (10MP)
display isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not great (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.7)
67
environment proof
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
pretty wide (28mm)
does not have Time Lapse mode
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm Z37 Landscape photography highlights
Pentax RS1500 Landscape photography highlights
22
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.7)
small screen (2.7")
manual mode not available
no image stabilization
low megapixels (10MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
doesn't have Timelapse recording
40
manual focus
pretty wide (28mm)
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
environment proof
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
screen is small (2.7 inches)
lack of manual mode
no image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
does not have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm Z37 Vlogging info
Pentax RS1500 Vlogging info
25
lighter than competition in class (125 grams)
wide angle not great (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.7)
display isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
video resolution low (640 x 480 resolution)
doesn't have microphone jack
25
pretty wide (28mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
screen is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have mic jack
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Fujifilm Z37 vs Pentax RS1500 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm Z37 and Pentax RS1500
 Fujifilm FinePix Z37Pentax Optio RS1500
General Information
Make FujiFilm Pentax
Model type Fujifilm FinePix Z37 Pentax Optio RS1500
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Launched 2009-07-22 2011-03-16
Body design 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 area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 10 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 3:2 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 3648 x 2736 4288 x 3216
Maximum native ISO 1600 6400
Minimum native ISO 100 80
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 35-105mm (3.0x) 28-110mm (3.9x)
Maximum aperture f/3.7-4.2 f/3.5-5.5
Macro focusing range 8cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7 inches 2.7 inches
Screen resolution 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Screen technology - TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 3s 4s
Max shutter speed 1/1000s 1/1500s
Continuous shutter speed - 1.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 3.10 m 3.90 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps)
Maximum video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic input
Headphone input
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 seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 125g (0.28 pounds) 157g (0.35 pounds)
Physical dimensions 90 x 58 x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") 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 - 260 pictures
Style of battery - 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 card, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots One One
Launch cost $130 $150