Panasonic FH3 vs Pentax RS1500

Below is a complete overview of the Panasonic FH3 vs Pentax RS1500, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the FH3 (14MP) and the RS1500 (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FH3 was manufactured 14 months earlier than the RS1500 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the FH3 grades versus the RS1500 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 & Pentax Optio RS1500. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FH3 Gallery & Pentax RS1500 Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FH3 features exterior dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Pentax RS1500 has dimensions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is a front view scale comparison of the FH3 against the RS1500.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the FH3 and RS1500 is 94 and 93 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements simply by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph below may provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH3 and RS1500.

As you can see, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of files however you should factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The older FH3 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.