Olympus 5010 vs Pentax RS1500
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Olympus 5010 vs Pentax RS1500 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
- 126g - 95 x 56 x 20mm
- Launched January 2010
- Additionally Known as mju 5010
(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
Olympus 5010 vs Pentax RS1500 Overview
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").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe 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.
Olympus 5010 vs Pentax RS1500 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Olympus 5010 over the Pentax RS1500
5010 | RS1500 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax RS1500 over the Olympus 5010
RS1500 | 5010 | |||
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Announced | March 2011 | January 2010 | More modern by 14 months | |
Manual focus | Dial exact focus |
Common features in the Olympus 5010 and Pentax RS1500
5010 | RS1500 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimension | 2.7" | 2.7" | Identical screen dimensions | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | No Touch friendly screen |
Olympus 5010 vs Pentax RS1500 Physical Comparison
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).
Check the Olympus 5010 and Pentax RS1500 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.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.
Olympus 5010 vs Pentax RS1500 Sensor Comparison
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.
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Olympus 5010 vs Pentax RS1500 Specifications
Olympus Stylus 5010 | Pentax Optio RS1500 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Pentax |
Model type | Olympus Stylus 5010 | Pentax Optio RS1500 |
Also Known as | mju 5010 | - |
Type | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2010-01-07 | 2011-03-16 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | TruePic III | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 28-110mm (3.9x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-6.5 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing range | 7cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.70 m | 3.90 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | 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 | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 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 | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 | 126g (0.28 pounds) | 157g (0.35 pounds) |
Dimensions | 95 x 56 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 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 shots |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | Li-50B | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SC/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $150 | $150 |