Pentax RS1500 vs Samsung NX100
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Pentax RS1500 vs Samsung NX100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-110mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 157g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
- Launched March 2011
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 282g - 120 x 71 x 35mm
- Launched September 2010
- Successor is Samsung NX200
Pentax RS1500 vs Samsung NX100 Overview
In this write-up, we are comparing the Pentax RS1500 versus Samsung NX100, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Pentax and Samsung. The image resolution of the RS1500 (14MP) and the NX100 (15MP) is very similar but the RS1500 (1/2.3") and NX100 (APS-C) come with different sensor measurements.
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durabilityThe RS1500 was launched 7 months after the NX100 so they are of a similar age. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Pentax RS1500 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a simple overview of how the RS1500 scores against the NX100 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Pentax RS1500 vs Samsung NX100 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax Optio RS1500 & Samsung NX100. The complete galleries are available at Pentax RS1500 Gallery & Samsung NX100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax RS1500 over the Samsung NX100
RS1500 | NX100 | |||
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Launched | March 2011 | September 2010 | Newer by 7 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX100 over the Pentax RS1500
NX100 | RS1500 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 614k | 230k | Crisper display (+384k dot) |
Common features in the Pentax RS1500 and Samsung NX100
RS1500 | NX100 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither provides Touch display |
Pentax RS1500 vs Samsung NX100 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Pentax RS1500 provides outside 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 Samsung NX100 has dimensions of 120mm x 71mm x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") with a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).
Examine the Pentax RS1500 versus Samsung NX100 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have at the time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the RS1500 vs the NX100.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the RS1500 and NX100 is 93 and 88 respectively.
Pentax RS1500 vs Samsung NX100 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's difficult to picture the difference between sensor dimensions purely by going over technical specs. The image below might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the RS1500 and NX100.
As you can tell, each of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The RS1500 due to its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF tougher and the Samsung NX100 will offer you greater detail utilizing its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more recent RS1500 provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.
Pentax RS1500 vs Samsung NX100 Screen and ViewFinder
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Pentax RS1500 vs Samsung NX100 Specifications
Pentax Optio RS1500 | Samsung NX100 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Pentax | Samsung |
Model type | Pentax Optio RS1500 | Samsung NX100 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2011-03-16 | 2010-09-14 |
Physical type | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | DRIMe Engine |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 15MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4592 x 3056 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Samsung NX |
Lens zoom range | 28-110mm (3.9x) | - |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 32 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 614 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating | VGA AMOLED |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.90 m | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | - | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 157 gr (0.35 pounds) | 282 gr (0.62 pounds) |
Dimensions | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 120 x 71 x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 62 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.6 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.7 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 563 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 260 photographs | 420 photographs |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | D-LI92 | BP1130 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $150 | $386 |