Nikon P310 vs Pentax RS1500

Let's examine more in depth at the Nikon P310 vs Pentax RS1500, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Nikon and Pentax. The image resolution of the P310 (16MP) and the RS1500 (14MP) is relatively close and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The P310 was brought out 16 months after the RS1500 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a in depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the P310 grades against the RS1500 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P310 & Pentax Optio RS1500. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon P310 Gallery & Pentax RS1500 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon P310 features physical dimensions of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Pentax RS1500 has sizing of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use at the time. Below is the front view size comparison of the P310 vs the RS1500.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the P310 and RS1500 is 92 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by researching specifications. The image here might provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the P310 and RS1500.

Plainly, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Nikon P310 to render more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The more modern P310 is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.