Pentax RS1500 vs Samsung HZ35W

Let's take a more detailed look at the Pentax RS1500 vs Samsung HZ35W, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Pentax and Samsung. The image resolution of the RS1500 (14MP) and the HZ35W (12MP) is very close and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The RS1500 was unveiled 10 months later than the HZ35W and they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short introduction of how the RS1500 scores against the HZ35W in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax Optio RS1500 & Samsung HZ35W. The full galleries are available at Pentax RS1500 Gallery & Samsung HZ35W Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Pentax RS1500 offers exterior measurements of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Samsung HZ35W has measurements of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with at the time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the RS1500 and the HZ35W.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the RS1500 and HZ35W is 93 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to see the gap in sensor sizing only by looking through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the RS1500 and HZ35W.

As you can see, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Pentax RS1500 to provide you with more detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The fresher RS1500 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.