Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Pentax RS1500

Here is a extended assessment of the Olympus SP-620 UZ and Pentax RS1500, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the SP-620 UZ (16MP) and the RS1500 (14MP) is relatively close and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SP-620 UZ was manufactured 10 months later than the RS1500 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the SP-620 UZ matches up against the RS1500 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SP-620 UZ & Pentax Optio RS1500. The entire galleries are available at Olympus SP-620 UZ Gallery & Pentax RS1500 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SP-620 UZ offers exterior measurements of 110mm x 74mm x 74mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 2.9") along with a weight of 435 grams (0.96 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).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the SP-620 UZ compared to the RS1500.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SP-620 UZ and RS1500 is 78 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to see the difference in sensor sizing merely by viewing a spec sheet. The graphic here should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-620 UZ and RS1500.

Clearly, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Olympus SP-620 UZ to result in extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more modern SP-620 UZ will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.