Panasonic LF1 vs Pentax RS1500
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Panasonic LF1 vs Pentax RS1500 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400 (Push to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-200mm (F2.0-5.9) lens
- 192g - 103 x 62 x 28mm
- Launched November 2013
(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 LF1 vs Pentax RS1500 Overview
In this article, we are analyzing the Panasonic LF1 versus Pentax RS1500, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the LF1 (12MP) and the RS1500 (14MP) is fairly comparable but the LF1 (1/1.7") and RS1500 (1/2.3") use different sensor measurements.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe LF1 was unveiled 2 years later than the RS1500 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise summary of how the LF1 scores versus the RS1500 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic LF1 vs Pentax RS1500 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 and Pentax Optio RS1500. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic LF1 Gallery and Pentax RS1500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic LF1 over the Pentax RS1500
LF1 | RS1500 | |||
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Introduced | November 2013 | March 2011 | Fresher by 33 months | |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 920k | 230k | Crisper display (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax RS1500 over the Panasonic LF1
RS1500 | LF1 |
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Common features in the Panasonic LF1 and Pentax RS1500
LF1 | RS1500 | |||
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Focus manually | More exact focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither contains Touch friendly display |
Panasonic LF1 vs Pentax RS1500 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic LF1 has got external measurements of 103mm x 62mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs) and 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).
Compare the Panasonic LF1 versus Pentax RS1500 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the LF1 compared to the RS1500.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the LF1 and RS1500 is 92 and 93 respectively.
Panasonic LF1 vs Pentax RS1500 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing merely by going through a spec sheet. The photograph below may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the LF1 and RS1500.
As you can see, both of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The LF1 with its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Pentax RS1500 will produce more detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images a little more aggressively. The fresher LF1 provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.
Panasonic LF1 vs Pentax RS1500 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic LF1 vs Pentax RS1500 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 | Pentax Optio RS1500 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 | Pentax Optio RS1500 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2013-11-26 | 2011-03-16 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 41.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Highest boosted ISO | 12800 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-200mm (7.1x) | 28-110mm (3.9x) |
Max aperture | f/2.0-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 920k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | TFT Color LCD | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m | 3.90 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | 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 | 192 grams (0.42 lbs) | 157 grams (0.35 lbs) |
Dimensions | 103 x 62 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 52 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 20.8 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.6 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 211 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 images | 260 images |
Battery style | Battery Pack | 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 | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $500 | $150 |