Panasonic XS1 vs Pentax RS1500

Here is a in depth review of the Panasonic XS1 and Pentax RS1500, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the XS1 (16MP) and the RS1500 (14MP) is fairly similar and they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The XS1 was introduced 23 months later than the RS1500 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick view of how the XS1 scores vs the RS1500 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1 and Pentax Optio RS1500. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic XS1 Gallery and Pentax RS1500 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic XS1 has got external measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") along with a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs) and the Pentax RS1500 has proportions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

See the Panasonic XS1 and Pentax RS1500 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the XS1 compared to the RS1500.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the XS1 and RS1500 is 97 and 93 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to see the difference between sensor sizing just by reviewing specs. The photograph underneath should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the XS1 and RS1500.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic XS1 to offer extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more modern XS1 will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.