Pentax RS1500 vs Pentax RZ10

Lets look much closer at the Pentax RS1500 versus Pentax RZ10, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both are designed by Pentax. The sensor resolution of the RS1500 (14MP) and the RZ10 (14MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The RS1500 was brought out 4 months prior to the RZ10 and they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple view of how the RS1500 matches up against the RZ10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax Optio RS1500 & Pentax Optio RZ10. The entire galleries are viewable at Pentax RS1500 Gallery & Pentax RZ10 Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Pentax RS1500 provides external measurements of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Pentax RZ10 has specifications of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

Examine the Pentax RS1500 versus Pentax RZ10 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the RS1500 versus the RZ10.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the RS1500 and RZ10 is 93 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by seeing technical specs. The pic here should provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the RS1500 and RZ10.

As you have seen, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact MP and you can expect comparable quality of images however you might want to take the launch date of the cameras into account.