Panasonic TS1 vs Pentax RS1500

The following is a in depth assessment of the Panasonic TS1 and Pentax RS1500, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the TS1 (12MP) and the RS1500 (14MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The TS1 was announced 3 years before the RS1500 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the TS1 grades versus the RS1500 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 & Pentax Optio RS1500. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic TS1 Gallery & Pentax RS1500 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic TS1 features outer dimensions of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Pentax RS1500 has measurements of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have at that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the TS1 against the RS1500.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TS1 and RS1500 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by seeing specs. The image underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the TS1 and RS1500.

All in all, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Pentax RS1500 to show greater detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images way more aggressively. The more aged TS1 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.