Pentax RS1500 vs Pentax X70

Following is a extended review of the Pentax RS1500 vs Pentax X70, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both manufactured by Pentax. The sensor resolution of the RS1500 (14MP) and the X70 (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The RS1500 was launched 2 years after the X70 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Pentax RS1500 being a Compact camera and the Pentax X70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the RS1500 grades vs the X70 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax Optio RS1500 & Pentax X70. The complete galleries are provided at Pentax RS1500 Gallery & Pentax X70 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Pentax RS1500 provides physical dimensions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Pentax X70 has sizing of 110mm x 83mm x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the RS1500 compared to the X70.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the RS1500 and X70 is 93 and 71 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizes just by looking at specifications. The picture below should provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the RS1500 and X70.

Plainly, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Pentax RS1500 to give you extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more modern RS1500 will have a benefit in sensor tech.