Pentax RS1500 vs Sony HX7V
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Pentax RS1500 vs Sony HX7V 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
- Revealed March 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 208g - 102 x 58 x 29mm
- Released July 2011
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Its time to take a more detailed look at the Pentax RS1500 vs Sony HX7V, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Pentax and Sony. The resolution of the RS1500 (14MP) and the HX7V (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe RS1500 was revealed 4 months earlier than the HX7V which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the RS1500 scores against the HX7V with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax Optio RS1500 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V. The full galleries are provided at Pentax RS1500 Gallery and Sony HX7V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax RS1500 over the Sony HX7V
| RS1500 | HX7V | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | More precise focus |
Reasons to pick Sony HX7V over the Pentax RS1500
| HX7V | RS1500 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display size | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Display resolution | 921k |  | 230k | Sharper display (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Pentax RS1500 and Sony HX7V
| RS1500 | HX7V | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | March 2011 |  | July 2011 | Same generation |
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Neither includes Touch friendly display |
Pentax RS1500 vs Sony HX7V Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Pentax RS1500 features physical measurements of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Sony HX7V has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).
Examine the Pentax RS1500 vs Sony HX7V in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the RS1500 vs the HX7V.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the RS1500 and HX7V is 93 and 92 respectively.
Pentax RS1500 vs Sony HX7V Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its tough to picture the contrast in sensor measurements simply by seeing specs. The photograph underneath might offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the RS1500 and HX7V.
As you can plainly see, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should expect to see the Sony HX7V to produce more detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics way more aggressively.
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Pentax RS1500 vs Sony HX7V Specifications
| Pentax Optio RS1500 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Pentax | Sony |
| Model type | Pentax Optio RS1500 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Revealed | 2011-03-16 | 2011-07-19 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | - | BIONZ |
| Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 80 | 125 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect AF | ||
| Contract detect AF | ||
| Phase detect AF | ||
| Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-110mm (3.9x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/3.5-5.5 |
| Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
| Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Display technology | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating | XtraFine LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/1600s |
| Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 3.90 m | 4.80 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| 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) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Mic jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | BuiltIn |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 157 grams (0.35 lbs) | 208 grams (0.46 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 102 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
| 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 images | - |
| Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | D-LI92 | NP-BG1 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Retail pricing | $150 | $499 |