Panasonic FX78 vs Pentax RS1500

Below, we are matching up the Panasonic FX78 versus Pentax RS1500, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the FX78 (12MP) and the RS1500 (14MP) is fairly comparable and they use the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FX78 was manufactured within a month of the RS1500 and they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick summary of how the FX78 scores vs the RS1500 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 and Pentax Optio RS1500. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FX78 Gallery and Pentax RS1500 Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FX78 has exterior measurements of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Pentax RS1500 has proportions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

See the Panasonic FX78 versus Pentax RS1500 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the FX78 and the RS1500.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the FX78 and RS1500 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to picture the gap in sensor sizes simply by checking out specs. The image below may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the FX78 and RS1500.

All in all, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Pentax RS1500 to provide more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively.