Pentax RS1500 vs Sony W610

Below is a in depth overview of the Pentax RS1500 versus Sony W610, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Pentax and Sony. The image resolution of the RS1500 (14MP) and the W610 (14MP) is very comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The RS1500 was announced 10 months earlier than the W610 so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the RS1500 grades vs the W610 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax Optio RS1500 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W610. The whole galleries are viewable at Pentax RS1500 Gallery and Sony W610 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Pentax RS1500 enjoys physical measurements 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 Sony W610 has sizing of 93mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).

See the Pentax RS1500 versus Sony W610 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use during that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the RS1500 versus the W610.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the RS1500 and W610 is 93 and 97 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to envision the gap in sensor measurements merely by seeing technical specs. The graphic here might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the RS1500 and W610.

As you have seen, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP so you should expect comparable quality of photographs but you would want to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The older RS1500 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.