Panasonic FX700 vs Pentax RS1500

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").

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The 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.

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.

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).

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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.

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.