Panasonic FH2 vs Pentax RS1500

Following is a complete analysis of the Panasonic FH2 and Pentax RS1500, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the FH2 (14MP) and the RS1500 (14MP) is very close and they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FH2 was launched 2 months before the RS1500 so they are of a similar generation. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short overview of how the FH2 grades against the RS1500 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 and Pentax Optio RS1500. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH2 Gallery and Pentax RS1500 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic FH2 features exterior measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 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).

Analyze the Panasonic FH2 and Pentax RS1500 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the FH2 and the RS1500.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FH2 and RS1500 is 96 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizes simply by researching specifications. The picture below will help give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the FH2 and RS1500.

Plainly, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical MP so you should expect comparable quality of pictures though you may want to factor the release date of the cameras into account.