Panasonic SZ3 vs Pentax RS1500

Let's take a deeper look at the Panasonic SZ3 vs Pentax RS1500, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the SZ3 (16MP) and the RS1500 (14MP) is relatively comparable and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SZ3 was announced 23 months after the RS1500 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a full comparison, below is a brief summation of how the SZ3 grades vs the RS1500 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3 & Pentax Optio RS1500. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic SZ3 Gallery & Pentax RS1500 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic SZ3 has physical measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Pentax RS1500 has proportions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the SZ3 vs the RS1500.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SZ3 and RS1500 is 96 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes only by seeing specs. The pic underneath might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ3 and RS1500.

All in all, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You can count on the Panasonic SZ3 to produce more detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The younger SZ3 provides an edge in sensor innovation.