Pentax RS1500 vs Samsung TL350

Here, we are contrasting the Pentax RS1500 versus Samsung TL350, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Pentax and Samsung. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the RS1500 (14MP) and TL350 (10MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The RS1500 was brought out 13 months later than the TL350 making them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summation of how the RS1500 matches up vs the TL350 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax Optio RS1500 and Samsung TL350. The entire galleries are available at Pentax RS1500 Gallery and Samsung TL350 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Pentax RS1500 enjoys physical dimensions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Samsung TL350 has specifications of 100mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs).

Examine the Pentax RS1500 versus Samsung TL350 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the RS1500 against the TL350.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the RS1500 and TL350 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to visualise the difference between sensor measurements simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the RS1500 and TL350.

Clearly, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Pentax RS1500 to deliver greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images way more aggressively. The younger RS1500 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.