Panasonic FX700 vs Pentax RS1500
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Panasonic FX700 vs Pentax RS1500 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.2-5.9) lens
- 176g - 104 x 56 x 25mm
- Announced July 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-110mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 157g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
- Introduced March 2011
Panasonic FX700 vs Pentax RS1500 Overview
Here is a comprehensive review of the Panasonic FX700 vs Pentax RS1500, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the FX700 (14MP) and the RS1500 (14MP) is very similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe FX700 was released 7 months before the RS1500 so they are both of a similar age. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the FX700 scores versus the RS1500 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic FX700 vs Pentax RS1500 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700 & Pentax Optio RS1500. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FX700 Gallery & Pentax RS1500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX700 over the Pentax RS1500
FX700 | RS1500 | |||
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Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax RS1500 over the Panasonic FX700
RS1500 | FX700 | |||
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Introduced | March 2011 | July 2010 | Fresher by 7 months |
Common features in the Panasonic FX700 and Pentax RS1500
FX700 | RS1500 | |||
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Manual focus | Very exact focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Panasonic FX700 vs Pentax RS1500 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FX700 provides physical dimensions of 104mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) while 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).
Take a look at the Panasonic FX700 vs Pentax RS1500 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use during that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the FX700 versus the RS1500.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FX700 and RS1500 is 94 and 93 respectively.
Panasonic FX700 vs Pentax RS1500 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizing just by reading technical specs. The photograph underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the FX700 and RS1500.
As you can tell, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical MP so you can expect similar quality of images though you should really take the launch date of the products into consideration. The older FX700 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Panasonic FX700 vs Pentax RS1500 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700 | Pentax Optio RS1500 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700 | Pentax Optio RS1500 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2010-07-21 | 2011-03-16 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine FHD | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 28-110mm (3.9x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.2-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | - | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.40 m | 3.90 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 176 grams (0.39 lbs) | 157 grams (0.35 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 56 x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 260 pictures |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $399 | $150 |