Fujifilm X30 vs Pentax RS1500

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Fujifilm X30 versus Pentax RS1500, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X30 (12MP) and the RS1500 (14MP) is very similar but the Fujifilm X30 (2/3") and RS1500 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm X30 was announced 3 years later than the RS1500 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick summation of how the Fujifilm X30 scores versus the RS1500 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X30 & Pentax Optio RS1500. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X30 Gallery & Pentax RS1500 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm X30 offers external dimensions of 119mm x 72mm x 60mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 2.4") accompanied by a weight of 423 grams (0.93 lbs) whilst the Pentax RS1500 has specifications of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm X30 versus Pentax RS1500 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm X30 against the RS1500.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X30 and RS1500 is 80 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing purely by reading specifications. The visual here might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X30 and RS1500.

Plainly, the two cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X30 having a larger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Pentax RS1500 will offer greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X30 will have an edge in sensor technology.