Panasonic FX75 vs Pentax RS1500
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Panasonic FX75 vs Pentax RS1500 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.2-5.9) lens
- 165g - 103 x 55 x 23mm
- Revealed June 2010
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FX70
(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 FX75 vs Pentax RS1500 Overview
Below, we are contrasting the Panasonic FX75 versus Pentax RS1500, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the FX75 (14MP) and the RS1500 (14MP) is very close and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe FX75 was launched 9 months earlier than the RS1500 and they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a full comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the FX75 scores versus the RS1500 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic FX75 vs Pentax RS1500 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX75 and Pentax Optio RS1500. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FX75 Gallery and Pentax RS1500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX75 over the Pentax RS1500
FX75 | RS1500 | |||
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Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax RS1500 over the Panasonic FX75
RS1500 | FX75 | |||
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Introduced | March 2011 | June 2010 | More modern by 9 months | |
Manually focus | More precise focusing |
Common features in the Panasonic FX75 and Pentax RS1500
FX75 | RS1500 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimension | 2.7" | 2.7" | Identical display measurements | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen |
Panasonic FX75 vs Pentax RS1500 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FX75 has exterior dimensions of 103mm x 55mm x 23mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Pentax RS1500 has measurements of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic FX75 versus Pentax RS1500 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using during that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the FX75 and the RS1500.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FX75 and RS1500 is 94 and 93 respectively.
Panasonic FX75 vs Pentax RS1500 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizes only by looking through specs. The image below should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the FX75 and RS1500.
As you can plainly see, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical MP and you should expect comparable quality of photographs though you may want to take the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged FX75 will be behind in sensor innovation.
Panasonic FX75 vs Pentax RS1500 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic FX75 vs Pentax RS1500 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX75 | Pentax Optio RS1500 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX75 | Pentax Optio RS1500 |
Also called as | Lumix DMC-FX70 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2010-06-01 | 2011-03-16 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Venus Engine HD II | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 28-110mm (3.9x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.2-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | - | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 7.40 m | 3.90 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (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) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | AVCHD Lite, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 165g (0.36 lbs) | 157g (0.35 lbs) |
Dimensions | 103 x 55 x 23mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 260 photos |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $139 | $150 |