Olympus SH-2 vs Pentax RS1500

Lets take a deeper look at the Olympus SH-2 vs Pentax RS1500, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the SH-2 (16MP) and the RS1500 (14MP) is pretty similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SH-2 was introduced 4 years later than the RS1500 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a concise summary of how the SH-2 scores against the RS1500 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus SH-2 and Pentax Optio RS1500. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus SH-2 Gallery and Pentax RS1500 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus SH-2 enjoys exterior measurements of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) whilst the Pentax RS1500 has sizing of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus SH-2 vs Pentax RS1500 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the SH-2 vs the RS1500.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SH-2 and RS1500 is 88 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizing simply by reading specifications. The photograph underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SH-2 and RS1500.

Plainly, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Olympus SH-2 to offer you extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots way more aggressively. The newer SH-2 provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.