Pentax K20D vs Pentax RS1500

Here, we will be comparing the Pentax K20D versus Pentax RS1500, former being a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are produced by Pentax. The resolution of the K20D (15MP) and the RS1500 (14MP) is pretty similar but the K20D (APS-C) and RS1500 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor measurements.

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The K20D was revealed 3 years before the RS1500 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Pentax K20D being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Pentax RS1500 being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the K20D scores versus the RS1500 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax K20D & Pentax Optio RS1500. The full galleries are provided at Pentax K20D Gallery & Pentax RS1500 Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Pentax K20D has got outer measurements of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") and a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs) and the Pentax RS1500 has sizing 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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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the K20D and the RS1500.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the K20D and RS1500 is 59 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to envision the contrast between sensor measurements simply by going over specifications. The graphic underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the K20D and RS1500.

To sum up, the two cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The K20D with its bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh easier and the Pentax K20D will deliver greater detail because of its extra 1MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older K20D is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.