Pentax RS1500 vs Sony W370

In this article, we will be evaluating the Pentax RS1500 versus Sony W370, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Pentax and Sony. The sensor resolution of the RS1500 (14MP) and the W370 (14MP) is relatively close and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The RS1500 was announced 15 months after the W370 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a thorough comparison, below is a brief summation of how the RS1500 grades versus the W370 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax Optio RS1500 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370. The whole galleries are available at Pentax RS1500 Gallery and Sony W370 Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Pentax RS1500 has external measurements of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Sony W370 has proportions of 100mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the RS1500 vs the W370.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the RS1500 and W370 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to envision the gap in sensor dimensions purely by researching specifications. The pic below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the RS1500 and W370.

Plainly, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution so you should expect comparable quality of images but you will need to take the release date of the cameras into account. The younger RS1500 will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.