Nikon L19 vs Pentax RS1500

Following is a in-depth analysis of the Nikon L19 and Pentax RS1500, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Pentax. There exists a considerable gap between the resolutions of the L19 (8MP) and RS1500 (14MP) and the L19 (1/2.5") and RS1500 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor sizes.

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The L19 was launched 3 years before the RS1500 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple summary of how the L19 scores versus the RS1500 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L19 & Pentax Optio RS1500. The complete galleries are available at Nikon L19 Gallery & Pentax RS1500 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon L19 features exterior dimensions of 97mm x 61mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Pentax RS1500 has proportions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the L19 compared to the RS1500.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the L19 and RS1500 is 94 and 93 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to see the difference between sensor sizes simply by checking a spec sheet. The picture underneath will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the L19 and RS1500.

Clearly, both of those cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The L19 due to its tinier sensor will make getting shallower DOF more difficult and the Pentax RS1500 will resolve extra detail utilizing its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged L19 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.