Nikon S6300 vs Pentax RS1500
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Nikon S6300 vs Pentax RS1500 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 160g - 94 x 58 x 26mm
- Revealed February 2012
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-110mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 157g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
- Launched March 2011
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Let's look a bit more in depth at the Nikon S6300 vs Pentax RS1500, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Nikon and Pentax. The resolution of the S6300 (16MP) and the RS1500 (14MP) is relatively close and they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealingThe S6300 was announced 11 months after the RS1500 and they are of a similar age. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief view of how the S6300 grades versus the RS1500 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Nikon S6300 over the Pentax RS1500
| S6300 | RS1500 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | February 2012 |  | March 2011 | More modern by 11 months |
Reasons to pick Pentax RS1500 over the Nikon S6300
| RS1500 | S6300 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Very accurate focus |
Common features in the Nikon S6300 and Pentax RS1500
| S6300 | RS1500 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen dimension | 2.7" |  | 2.7" | Identical screen sizing |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | The same screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | No selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Neither offers Touch screen |
Nikon S6300 vs Pentax RS1500 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon S6300 offers external dimensions of 94mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Pentax RS1500 has measurements of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).
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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use at that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the S6300 and the RS1500.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the S6300 and RS1500 is 94 and 93 respectively.
Nikon S6300 vs Pentax RS1500 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is tough to envision the difference in sensor sizes just by viewing technical specs. The image here will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S6300 and RS1500.
As you can tell, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Nikon S6300 to provide you with extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots much more aggressively. The newer S6300 will have an advantage in sensor innovation.
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Nikon S6300 vs Pentax RS1500 Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix S6300 | Pentax Optio RS1500 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Nikon | Pentax |
| Model type | Nikon Coolpix S6300 | Pentax Optio RS1500 |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Revealed | 2012-02-01 | 2011-03-16 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | 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 | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
| Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
| Lowest native ISO | 125 | 80 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect AF | ||
| Contract detect AF | ||
| Phase detect AF | ||
| Total focus points | - | 9 |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | 28-110mm (3.9x) |
| Highest aperture | f/3.2-5.8 | f/3.5-5.5 |
| Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 1cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
| Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Display technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 4s |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/1500s |
| Continuous shutter rate | 6.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | - | 3.90 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 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 | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 160 grams (0.35 pounds) | 157 grams (0.35 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 94 x 58 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") | 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 | 230 pictures | 260 pictures |
| Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | EN-EL12 | D-LI92 |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Retail pricing | $200 | $150 |
