Olympus 5010 vs Pentax RS1500

Following is a in-depth analysis of the Olympus 5010 and Pentax RS1500, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Pentax. The resolution of the 5010 (14MP) and the RS1500 (14MP) is relatively close and they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The 5010 was unveiled 14 months prior to the RS1500 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Olympus 5010 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax RS1500 being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight into a complete comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the 5010 grades versus the RS1500 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus 5010 and Pentax Optio RS1500. The full galleries are available at Olympus 5010 Gallery and Pentax RS1500 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus 5010 provides physical dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Pentax RS1500 has measurements of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use during that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the 5010 and the RS1500.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 5010 and RS1500 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizes merely by looking through a spec sheet. The picture here will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the 5010 and RS1500.

As you can see, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of images although you should always consider the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged 5010 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.