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Kodak Easyshare M5370 vs Pentax RS1500

Portability
95
Imaging
38
Features
35
Overall
36
Kodak Easyshare M5370 front
 
Pentax Optio RS1500 front
Portability
93
Imaging
36
Features
30
Overall
33

Kodak Easyshare M5370 vs Pentax RS1500 Key Specs

Kodak Easyshare M5370
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F) lens
  • 150g - 101 x 58 x 19mm
  • Revealed September 2011
Pentax RS1500
(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
  • Introduced March 2011
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Kodak Easyshare M5370 vs Pentax RS1500 Overview

The following is a in depth review of the Kodak Easyshare M5370 and Pentax RS1500, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Kodak and Pentax. The image resolution of the Easyshare M5370 (16MP) and the RS1500 (14MP) is fairly comparable and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Easyshare M5370 was launched 7 months after the RS1500 so they are of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the Easyshare M5370 scores versus the RS1500 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Kodak Easyshare M5370 over the Pentax RS1500

 Easyshare M5370 RS1500 
IntroducedSeptember 2011March 2011Newer by 7 months
Display sizing3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Pentax RS1500 over the Kodak Easyshare M5370

 RS1500 Easyshare M5370 
Manual focus Dial precise focusing

Common features in the Kodak Easyshare M5370 and Pentax RS1500

 Easyshare M5370 RS1500 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kThe same display resolution
Selfie screen No selfie screen

Kodak Easyshare M5370 vs Pentax RS1500 Physical Comparison

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Kodak Easyshare M5370 enjoys physical dimensions of 101mm x 58mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 150 grams (0.33 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).

See the Kodak Easyshare M5370 and Pentax RS1500 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at the time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the Easyshare M5370 vs the RS1500.

Kodak Easyshare M5370 vs Pentax RS1500 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Easyshare M5370 and RS1500 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Kodak Easyshare M5370 vs Pentax RS1500 top view buttons comparison

Kodak Easyshare M5370 vs Pentax RS1500 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it's difficult to see the gap in sensor dimensions merely by going through a spec sheet. The pic underneath will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Easyshare M5370 and RS1500.

Clearly, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Kodak Easyshare M5370 to produce extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The newer Easyshare M5370 will have an edge in sensor innovation.

Kodak Easyshare M5370 vs Pentax RS1500 sensor size comparison

Kodak Easyshare M5370 vs Pentax RS1500 Screen and ViewFinder

Kodak Easyshare M5370 vs Pentax RS1500 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Kodak Easyshare M5370 Portrait photography info
Pentax RS1500 Portrait photography info
34
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
offers face detection focus
focusing manually not possible
manual mode not available
can't use external flash
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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manual focus
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
no manual control
no external flash support
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Kodak Easyshare M5370 Street photography advice
Pentax RS1500 Street photography advice
48
screen is fixed
lack of image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
54
environment proofing
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Kodak Easyshare M5370 Sports photography highlights
Pentax RS1500 Sports photography highlights
29
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
36
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
has tracking autofocus
environment proofing
max fps very slow (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Kodak Easyshare M5370 Travel photography factors
Pentax RS1500 Travel photography factors
72
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
has built in flash
really wide (28mm)
fast maximum aperture (f)
does not have Time Lapse recording
does not offer selfie friendly screen
67
environment proofing
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
flash built-in
rather wide (28mm)
no Time Lapse mode
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Kodak Easyshare M5370 Landscape photography highlights
Pentax RS1500 Landscape photography highlights
42
really wide (28mm)
fast maximum aperture (f)
decent sized screen (3 inches)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
manual mode not available
lack of image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
does not have Time Lapse recording
40
manual focus
rather wide (28mm)
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
environment proofing
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen is small (2.7 inches)
no manual control
lack of image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
no Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Kodak Easyshare M5370 Vlogging advice
Pentax RS1500 Vlogging advice
32
really wide (28mm)
fast maximum aperture (f)
touchscreen capability
offers face detection focus
does not offer selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have external mic socket
25
rather wide (28mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
no external mic socket
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Kodak Easyshare M5370 vs Pentax RS1500 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Kodak Easyshare M5370 and Pentax RS1500
 Kodak Easyshare M5370Pentax Optio RS1500
General Information
Brand Name Kodak Pentax
Model type Kodak Easyshare M5370 Pentax Optio RS1500
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Revealed 2011-09-14 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 area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 4608 x 3456 4288 x 3216
Max native ISO 1600 6400
Lowest native ISO 64 80
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
AF continuous
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 28-110mm (3.9x)
Max aperture - 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 sizing 3" 2.7"
Resolution of screen 230 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Screen technology TFT color LCD TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8 secs 4 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/1600 secs 1/1500 secs
Continuous shooting rate - 1.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Change WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 3.20 m 3.90 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 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)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format MPEG-1, H.264 Motion JPEG
Mic port
Headphone port
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 150 gr (0.33 lbs) 157 gr (0.35 lbs)
Dimensions 101 x 58 x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 photos
Battery type - Battery Pack
Battery ID KLIC-7006 D-LI92
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage MicroSD/MicroSDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots One One
Launch pricing $160 $150