Panasonic FZ40 vs Pentax RS1500

Let's look more closely at the Panasonic FZ40 vs Pentax RS1500, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the FZ40 (14MP) and the RS1500 (14MP) is pretty comparable and they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FZ40 was launched 7 months prior to the RS1500 and they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FZ40 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax RS1500 being a Compact camera.

Before we go through a full comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the FZ40 grades versus the RS1500 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40 & Pentax Optio RS1500. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FZ40 Gallery & Pentax RS1500 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FZ40 offers exterior dimensions of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") along with a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs) whilst the Pentax RS1500 has proportions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using at the time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the FZ40 and the RS1500.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the FZ40 and RS1500 is 68 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes simply by seeing specifications. The image below might provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FZ40 and RS1500.

To sum up, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same MP and you can expect comparable quality of pictures though you may want to factor the age of the cameras into account. The more aged FZ40 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.