Kodak C135 vs Pentax RS1500
92 Imaging
37 Features
17 Overall
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93 Imaging
37 Features
30 Overall
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Kodak C135 vs Pentax RS1500 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.4" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1250
- 640 x 480 video
- 35mm (F3.0) lens
- 175g - 147 x 58 x 23mm
- Announced January 2012
(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
- Revealed March 2011

Kodak C135 vs Pentax RS1500 Overview
Following is a extensive overview of the Kodak C135 vs Pentax RS1500, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Kodak and Pentax. The resolution of the C135 (14MP) and the RS1500 (14MP) is relatively well matched and they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The C135 was revealed 10 months after the RS1500 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick overview of how the C135 matches up versus the RS1500 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Kodak C135 vs Pentax RS1500 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare C135 and Pentax Optio RS1500. The full galleries are viewable at Kodak C135 Gallery and Pentax RS1500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak C135 over the Pentax RS1500
C135 | RS1500 | |||
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Revealed | January 2012 | ![]() | March 2011 | More modern by 10 months |
Reasons to pick Pentax RS1500 over the Kodak C135
RS1500 | C135 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Screen dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.4" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 112k | Crisper screen (+118k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak C135 and Pentax RS1500
C135 | RS1500 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch screen |
Kodak C135 vs Pentax RS1500 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Kodak C135 features exterior measurements of 147mm x 58mm x 23mm (5.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Pentax RS1500 has dimensions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).
Analyze the Kodak C135 vs Pentax RS1500 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at the time. Following is the front view size comparison of the C135 and the RS1500.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the C135 and RS1500 is 92 and 93 respectively.

Kodak C135 vs Pentax RS1500 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizes just by reading through specifications. The picture underneath will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the C135 and RS1500.
Plainly, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical MP therefore you should expect similar quality of files although you need to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The more recent C135 should have a benefit in sensor technology.

Kodak C135 vs Pentax RS1500 Screen and ViewFinder


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Kodak C135 vs Pentax RS1500 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare C135 | Pentax Optio RS1500 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Kodak | Pentax |
Model | Kodak EasyShare C135 | Pentax Optio RS1500 |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2012-01-10 | 2011-03-16 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 1250 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35mm (1x) | 28-110mm (3.9x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.0 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | - | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.4" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 112k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | TFT color LCD | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1400 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 2.40 m (@ ISO 360) | 3.90 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 175g (0.39 pounds) | 157g (0.35 pounds) |
Dimensions | 147 x 58 x 23mm (5.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 260 shots |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 2 x AA | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $0 | $150 |