Pentax RS1500 vs Samsung SL202
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30 Overall
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94 Imaging
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Pentax RS1500 vs Samsung SL202 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
- Announced March 2011
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-102mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
- 168g - 92 x 61 x 23mm
- Revealed February 2009
- Also Known as PL50
Pentax RS1500 vs Samsung SL202 Overview
Let's look a little more in depth at the Pentax RS1500 vs Samsung SL202, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Pentax and Samsung. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the RS1500 (14MP) and SL202 (10MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe RS1500 was launched 2 years later than the SL202 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise summation of how the RS1500 grades vs the SL202 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Pentax RS1500 vs Samsung SL202 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax Optio RS1500 and Samsung SL202. The complete galleries are viewable at Pentax RS1500 Gallery and Samsung SL202 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax RS1500 over the Samsung SL202
RS1500 | SL202 | |||
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Revealed | March 2011 | February 2009 | Fresher by 26 months | |
Manually focus | Dial precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Samsung SL202 over the Pentax RS1500
SL202 | RS1500 |
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Common features in the Pentax RS1500 and Samsung SL202
RS1500 | SL202 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.7" | Same display dimensions | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither includes Touch display |
Pentax RS1500 vs Samsung SL202 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Pentax RS1500 features external dimensions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Samsung SL202 has proportions of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).
Analyze the Pentax RS1500 vs Samsung SL202 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the RS1500 vs the SL202.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the RS1500 and SL202 is 93 and 94 respectively.
Pentax RS1500 vs Samsung SL202 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizing merely by seeing specifications. The photograph here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the RS1500 and SL202.
Plainly, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You should expect to see the Pentax RS1500 to show extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos way more aggressively. The younger RS1500 should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Pentax RS1500 vs Samsung SL202 Specifications
Pentax Optio RS1500 | Samsung SL202 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Pentax | Samsung |
Model type | Pentax Optio RS1500 | Samsung SL202 |
Also Known as | - | PL50 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2011-03-16 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-110mm (3.9x) | 28-102mm (3.6x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/2.8-5.7 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.90 m | 4.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 157 grams (0.35 pounds) | 168 grams (0.37 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 92 x 61 x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 260 pictures | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | D-LI92 | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $150 | $140 |