Pentax RS1500 vs Samsung PL200
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Pentax RS1500 vs Samsung PL200 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-110mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 157g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
- Introduced March 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 31-217mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 170g - 100 x 60 x 21mm
- Announced July 2010
Pentax RS1500 vs Samsung PL200 Overview
In this article, we will be contrasting the Pentax RS1500 versus Samsung PL200, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Pentax and Samsung. The resolution of the RS1500 (14MP) and the PL200 (14MP) is relatively close and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
AI-Powered Photo Editing Tools Could Be Added to WhatsAppThe RS1500 was introduced 8 months after the PL200 which means that they are of a similar age. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the RS1500 scores vs the PL200 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Pentax RS1500 vs Samsung PL200 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax Optio RS1500 & Samsung PL200. The whole galleries are provided at Pentax RS1500 Gallery & Samsung PL200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax RS1500 over the Samsung PL200
RS1500 | PL200 | |||
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Announced | March 2011 | July 2010 | More modern by 8 months | |
Manually focus | More precise focus |
Reasons to pick Samsung PL200 over the Pentax RS1500
PL200 | RS1500 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Pentax RS1500 and Samsung PL200
RS1500 | PL200 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Pentax RS1500 vs Samsung PL200 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry around your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Pentax RS1500 has exterior 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) whilst the Samsung PL200 has measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") with a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs).
Check out the Pentax RS1500 versus Samsung PL200 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the RS1500 and the PL200.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the RS1500 and PL200 is 93 and 94 respectively.
Pentax RS1500 vs Samsung PL200 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its tough to envision the gap in sensor sizes just by looking through specs. The pic here should give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the RS1500 and PL200.
As you can plainly see, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of images but you really should consider the age of the cameras into account. The newer RS1500 is going to have an edge in sensor tech.
Pentax RS1500 vs Samsung PL200 Screen and ViewFinder
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Pentax RS1500 vs Samsung PL200 Specifications
Pentax Optio RS1500 | Samsung PL200 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Pentax | Samsung |
Model | Pentax Optio RS1500 | Samsung PL200 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2011-03-16 | 2010-07-21 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-110mm (3.9x) | 31-217mm (7.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/3.3-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.90 m | 4.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 157g (0.35 lbs) | 170g (0.37 lbs) |
Dimensions | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 100 x 60 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 260 pictures | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | D-LI92 | BP70A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC'/MMC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $150 | $0 |