Panasonic GH2 vs Pentax RS1500

On this page, we are matching up the Panasonic GH2 vs Pentax RS1500, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the GH2 (16MP) and the RS1500 (14MP) is fairly close but the GH2 (Four Thirds) and RS1500 (1/2.3") provide different sensor sizing.

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The GH2 was announced very close to the RS1500 so they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic GH2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax RS1500 being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight to a full comparison, here is a short summation of how the GH2 scores against the RS1500 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2 & Pentax Optio RS1500. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic GH2 Gallery & Pentax RS1500 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic GH2 provides outer dimensions of 124mm x 90mm x 76mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 3.0") along with a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) while the Pentax RS1500 has sizing of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic GH2 vs Pentax RS1500 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select during that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the GH2 against the RS1500.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the GH2 and RS1500 is 70 and 93 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to picture the difference in sensor sizing just by viewing specifications. The photograph underneath will help offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the GH2 and RS1500.

Plainly, both the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The GH2 with its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Panasonic GH2 will provide you with extra detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images more aggressively.