Panasonic FP2 vs Pentax RS1500

Below is a in depth assessment of the Panasonic FP2 versus Pentax RS1500, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the FP2 (14MP) and the RS1500 (14MP) is fairly close and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FP2 was brought out 14 months earlier than the RS1500 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FP2 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax RS1500 being a Compact camera.

Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the FP2 matches up vs the RS1500 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 & Pentax Optio RS1500. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FP2 Gallery & Pentax RS1500 Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FP2 has exterior dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Pentax RS1500 has measurements of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the FP2 versus the RS1500.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the FP2 and RS1500 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, its difficult to envision the contrast in sensor measurements just by researching technical specs. The visual underneath will help offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FP2 and RS1500.

As you can tell, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of photographs however you should consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The older FP2 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.