Panasonic TS4 vs Pentax RS1500

On this page, we are looking at the Panasonic TS4 and Pentax RS1500, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the TS4 (12MP) and the RS1500 (14MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The TS4 was revealed 11 months later than the RS1500 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise summation of how the TS4 scores vs the RS1500 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 & Pentax Optio RS1500. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS4 Gallery & Pentax RS1500 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic TS4 offers outside dimensions of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Pentax RS1500 has sizing 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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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the TS4 vs the RS1500.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the TS4 and RS1500 is 92 and 93 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to see the gap in sensor measurements purely by seeing specifications. The visual here will help offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TS4 and RS1500.

Plainly, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Pentax RS1500 to produce greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The newer TS4 will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.