Panasonic FH5 vs Pentax RS1500

On this page, we are comparing the Panasonic FH5 and Pentax RS1500, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the FH5 (16MP) and the RS1500 (14MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The FH5 was brought out 2 months prior to the RS1500 so they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick summary of how the FH5 grades versus the RS1500 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5 & Pentax Optio RS1500. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FH5 Gallery & Pentax RS1500 Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH5 features exterior measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Pentax RS1500 has proportions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FH5 and Pentax RS1500 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the FH5 vs the RS1500.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the FH5 and RS1500 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions simply by checking out technical specs. The picture here may provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the FH5 and RS1500.

As you can tell, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You can anticipate the Panasonic FH5 to show extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics more aggressively.