Olympus 7000 vs Pentax RS1500

Lets look more in depth at the Olympus 7000 versus Pentax RS1500, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Olympus and Pentax. The resolution of the 7000 (12MP) and the RS1500 (14MP) is very close and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The 7000 was unveiled 3 years earlier than the RS1500 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a simple overview of how the 7000 scores against the RS1500 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus 7000 & Pentax Optio RS1500. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus 7000 Gallery & Pentax RS1500 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus 7000 features outer measurements of 96mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 172 grams (0.38 lbs) while the Pentax RS1500 has proportions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus 7000 versus Pentax RS1500 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the 7000 vs the RS1500.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 7000 and RS1500 is 94 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizing merely by looking through specifications. The photograph underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the 7000 and RS1500.

Plainly, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You can expect to see the Pentax RS1500 to provide you with more detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The older 7000 will be behind in sensor tech.