Pentax RS1500 vs Samsung WB210

Below is a in-depth review of the Pentax RS1500 versus Samsung WB210, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Pentax and Samsung. The resolution of the RS1500 (14MP) and the WB210 (14MP) is pretty close and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The RS1500 was announced 4 months earlier than the WB210 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short view of how the RS1500 grades vs the WB210 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax Optio RS1500 & Samsung WB210. The whole galleries are provided at Pentax RS1500 Gallery & Samsung WB210 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to lug around your camera, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Pentax RS1500 provides external 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 WB210 has proportions of 101mm x 59mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs).

Compare the Pentax RS1500 versus Samsung WB210 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the RS1500 and the WB210.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the RS1500 and WB210 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to see the gap in sensor measurements simply by viewing specifications. The photograph here may provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the RS1500 and WB210.

To sum up, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of images but you will need to consider the launch date of the cameras into account.