Olympus VR-320 vs Pentax RS1500

Below, we will be contrasting the Olympus VR-320 versus Pentax RS1500, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Pentax. The resolution of the VR-320 (14MP) and the RS1500 (14MP) is relatively close and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The VR-320 was released 5 months after the RS1500 which means that they are of a similar generation. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a more detailed comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the VR-320 matches up versus the RS1500 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus VR-320 and Pentax Optio RS1500. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus VR-320 Gallery and Pentax RS1500 Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Olympus VR-320 offers physical measurements of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Pentax RS1500 has specifications of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

Check the Olympus VR-320 versus Pentax RS1500 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the VR-320 versus the RS1500.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the VR-320 and RS1500 is 94 and 93 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizes simply by viewing specs. The picture below might give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the VR-320 and RS1500.

All in all, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of photographs though you will need to consider the production date of the cameras into account.