Panasonic TS20 vs Pentax RS1500
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Panasonic TS20 vs Pentax RS1500 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 142g - 101 x 58 x 19mm
- Revealed January 2012
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FT20
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-110mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 157g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
- Launched March 2011
Panasonic TS20 vs Pentax RS1500 Overview
Following is a extensive comparison of the Panasonic TS20 versus Pentax RS1500, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the TS20 (16MP) and the RS1500 (14MP) is relatively close and they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe TS20 was manufactured 11 months after the RS1500 and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a full comparison, below is a short introduction of how the TS20 scores vs the RS1500 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic TS20 vs Pentax RS1500 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 and Pentax Optio RS1500. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS20 Gallery and Pentax RS1500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS20 over the Pentax RS1500
TS20 | RS1500 | |||
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Launched | January 2012 | March 2011 | More modern by 11 months |
Reasons to pick Pentax RS1500 over the Panasonic TS20
RS1500 | TS20 | |||
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Manual focus | Very accurate focusing |
Common features in the Panasonic TS20 and Pentax RS1500
TS20 | RS1500 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimension | 2.7" | 2.7" | Identical screen dimensions | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither features Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic TS20 vs Pentax RS1500 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry around your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic TS20 enjoys exterior measurements of 101mm x 58mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Pentax RS1500 has dimensions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).
Analyze the Panasonic TS20 versus Pentax RS1500 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at the time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the TS20 compared to the RS1500.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TS20 and RS1500 is 95 and 93 respectively.
Panasonic TS20 vs Pentax RS1500 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizes merely by looking through a spec sheet. The pic below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the TS20 and RS1500.
As you can see, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should count on the Panasonic TS20 to provide you with more detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The fresher TS20 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.
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Panasonic TS20 vs Pentax RS1500 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 | Pentax Optio RS1500 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 | Pentax Optio RS1500 |
Also called | Lumix DMC-FT20 | - |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2012-01-31 | 2011-03-16 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 23 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 28-110mm (3.9x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.9-5.7 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1300s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.40 m | 3.90 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 142 gr (0.31 lb) | 157 gr (0.35 lb) |
Dimensions | 101 x 58 x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 photos | 260 photos |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $179 | $150 |