Olympus E-P5 vs Pentax RS1500

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Olympus E-P5 and Pentax RS1500, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the E-P5 (16MP) and the RS1500 (14MP) is very similar but the E-P5 (Four Thirds) and RS1500 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor dimensions.

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The E-P5 was launched 2 years later than the RS1500 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-P5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax RS1500 being a Compact camera.

Before going through a detailed comparison, below is a brief summation of how the E-P5 matches up versus the RS1500 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus PEN E-P5 & Pentax Optio RS1500. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus E-P5 Gallery & Pentax RS1500 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-P5 comes with outside measurements of 122mm x 69mm x 37mm (4.8" x 2.7" x 1.5") with a weight of 420 grams (0.93 lbs) and 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).

Look at the Olympus E-P5 and Pentax RS1500 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the E-P5 versus the RS1500.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the E-P5 and RS1500 is 85 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing only by reviewing a spec sheet. The visual below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the E-P5 and RS1500.

Clearly, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The E-P5 featuring a larger sensor will make shooting bokeh easier and the Olympus E-P5 will offer you more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos far more aggressively. The newer E-P5 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.