Nikon S100 vs Pentax RS1500

Below is a extended review of the Nikon S100 and Pentax RS1500, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Pentax. The image resolution of the S100 (16MP) and the RS1500 (14MP) is very similar and they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S100 was launched 6 months later than the RS1500 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a brief summary of how the S100 grades vs the RS1500 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S100 and Pentax Optio RS1500. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S100 Gallery and Pentax RS1500 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S100 offers physical measurements of 99mm x 65mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.7") with 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") accompanied by a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

Examine the Nikon S100 and Pentax RS1500 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the S100 versus the RS1500.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S100 and RS1500 is 94 and 93 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to see the gap between sensor measurements just by reading technical specs. The photograph here will help give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the S100 and RS1500.

As you have seen, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Nikon S100 to deliver extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos somewhat more aggressively.