Nikon L24 vs Pentax RS1500
93 Imaging
37 Features
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93 Imaging
37 Features
30 Overall
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Nikon L24 vs Pentax RS1500 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 640 x 480 video
- 37-134mm (F3.1-6.7) lens
- 182g - 98 x 61 x 28mm
- Launched February 2011
(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

Nikon L24 vs Pentax RS1500 Overview
Below is a in-depth overview of the Nikon L24 and Pentax RS1500, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Pentax. The image resolution of the L24 (14MP) and the RS1500 (14MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The L24 was manufactured very close to the RS1500 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the L24 grades versus the RS1500 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon L24 vs Pentax RS1500 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L24 & Pentax Optio RS1500. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon L24 Gallery & Pentax RS1500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L24 over the Pentax RS1500
L24 | RS1500 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Pentax RS1500 over the Nikon L24
RS1500 | L24 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focusing |
Common features in the Nikon L24 and Pentax RS1500
L24 | RS1500 | |||
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Introduced | February 2011 | ![]() | March 2011 | Similar age |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
Nikon L24 vs Pentax RS1500 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to lug around your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon L24 enjoys outside dimensions of 98mm x 61mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Pentax RS1500 has sizing of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).
Check the Nikon L24 and Pentax RS1500 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose during that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the L24 against the RS1500.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the L24 and RS1500 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Nikon L24 vs Pentax RS1500 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very hard to visualise the gap between sensor measurements only by checking technical specs. The visual here should give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the L24 and RS1500.
As you can tell, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of files however you should factor the age of the products into consideration.

Nikon L24 vs Pentax RS1500 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L24 vs Pentax RS1500 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L24 | Pentax Optio RS1500 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Pentax |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L24 | Pentax Optio RS1500 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2011-02-09 | 2011-03-16 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed C2 | - |
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 37-134mm (3.6x) | 28-110mm (3.9x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-6.7 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m | 3.90 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest 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 | 182 gr (0.40 lb) | 157 gr (0.35 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 61 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 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 | 220 shots | 260 shots |
Battery format | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD / SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $119 | $150 |