Panasonic FH22 vs Pentax RS1500

On this page, we are comparing the Panasonic FH22 vs Pentax RS1500, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the FH22 (14MP) and the RS1500 (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FH22 was introduced 14 months before the RS1500 making them a generation away from each other. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the FH22 grades vs the RS1500 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 and Pentax Optio RS1500. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH22 Gallery and Pentax RS1500 Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH22 enjoys outside measurements of 100mm x 57mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Pentax RS1500 has proportions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FH22 vs Pentax RS1500 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the FH22 vs the RS1500.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the FH22 and RS1500 is 94 and 93 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to envision the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reading technical specs. The image underneath might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the FH22 and RS1500.

As you can tell, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels so you should expect similar quality of pictures but you need to take the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged FH22 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.