Pentax RS1500 vs Samsung EX2F

Let's look closer at the Pentax RS1500 versus Samsung EX2F, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Pentax and Samsung. The image resolution of the RS1500 (14MP) and the EX2F (12MP) is fairly close but the RS1500 (1/2.3") and EX2F (1/1.7") offer different sensor sizes.

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The RS1500 was launched 21 months prior to the EX2F making them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a quick view of how the RS1500 scores versus the EX2F in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax Optio RS1500 & Samsung EX2F. The complete galleries are available at Pentax RS1500 Gallery & Samsung EX2F Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Pentax RS1500 features outer measurements of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Samsung EX2F has measurements of 112mm x 62mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the RS1500 versus the EX2F.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the RS1500 and EX2F is 93 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizes simply by researching specifications. The pic underneath will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the RS1500 and EX2F.

Plainly, both the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The RS1500 due to its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field tougher and the Pentax RS1500 will result in extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged RS1500 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.