Panasonic FZ300 vs Pentax RS1500

Below, we are evaluating the Panasonic FZ300 versus Pentax RS1500, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the FZ300 (12MP) and the RS1500 (14MP) is very well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FZ300 was launched 4 years after the RS1500 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FZ300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax RS1500 being a Compact camera.

Before delving through a in depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the FZ300 matches up vs the RS1500 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 & Pentax Optio RS1500. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ300 Gallery & Pentax RS1500 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic FZ300 enjoys exterior dimensions of 132mm x 92mm x 117mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.6") and a weight of 691 grams (1.52 lbs) while the Pentax RS1500 has specifications of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FZ300 versus Pentax RS1500 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the FZ300 and the RS1500.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the FZ300 and RS1500 is 59 and 93 respectively.

Generally, its difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizes simply by looking at specs. The pic underneath will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ300 and RS1500.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Pentax RS1500 to resolve extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more recent FZ300 should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.