Olympus FE-5020 vs Pentax RS1500
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Olympus FE-5020 vs Pentax RS1500 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 24-120mm (F3.3-5.8) lens
- 137g - 93 x 56 x 25mm
- Revealed July 2009
- Alternative Name is X-935
(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
- Announced March 2011
Photography Glossary Olympus FE-5020 vs Pentax RS1500 Overview
Here is a in-depth review of the Olympus FE-5020 vs Pentax RS1500, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Pentax. The resolution of the FE-5020 (12MP) and the RS1500 (14MP) is relatively close and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe FE-5020 was announced 20 months prior to the RS1500 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the FE-5020 scores versus the RS1500 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Reasons to pick Olympus FE-5020 over the Pentax RS1500
| FE-5020 | RS1500 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Pentax RS1500 over the Olympus FE-5020
| RS1500 | FE-5020 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | March 2011 |  | July 2009 | Fresher by 20 months |
| Focus manually |  | Dial exact focus |
Common features in the Olympus FE-5020 and Pentax RS1500
| FE-5020 | RS1500 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen sizing | 2.7" |  | 2.7" | Equivalent screen dimensions |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Lack of Touch screen |
Olympus FE-5020 vs Pentax RS1500 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus FE-5020 features physical measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 137 grams (0.30 lbs) and 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).
Contrast the Olympus FE-5020 vs Pentax RS1500 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using during that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the FE-5020 versus the RS1500.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FE-5020 and RS1500 is 95 and 93 respectively.
Olympus FE-5020 vs Pentax RS1500 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizing merely by looking through specifications. The photograph underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the FE-5020 and RS1500.
Plainly, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Pentax RS1500 to provide you with more detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The older FE-5020 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
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Olympus FE-5020 vs Pentax RS1500 Specifications
| Olympus FE-5020 | Pentax Optio RS1500 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Olympus | Pentax |
| Model type | Olympus FE-5020 | Pentax Optio RS1500 |
| Also Known as | X-935 | - |
| Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Revealed | 2009-07-22 | 2011-03-16 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | TruePic III | - |
| 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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4288 x 3216 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 28-110mm (3.9x) |
| Highest aperture | f/3.3-5.8 | f/3.5-5.5 |
| Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
| Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Display technology | - | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/500 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
| Continuous shutter rate | - | 1.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 4.10 m | 3.90 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | 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 | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 137 grams (0.30 pounds) | 157 grams (0.35 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 93 x 56 x 25mm (3.7" x 2.2" 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 | - | 260 pictures |
| Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | LI-42B | D-LI92 |
| Self timer | Yes (12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | xD-Picture Card, microSD | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Retail cost | $160 | $150 |