Pentax RS1500 vs Sony W620
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30 Overall
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![Pentax Optio RS1500 front Pentax Optio RS1500 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Pentax-Optio-RS1500/Pentax-RS1500-front.jpg)
![Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620 front Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W620/Sony-W620-front.jpg)
96 Imaging
37 Features
25 Overall
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Pentax RS1500 vs Sony W620 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)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 116g - 98 x 56 x 20mm
- Released January 2012
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Pentax RS1500 vs Sony W620 Overview
In this write-up, we are contrasting the Pentax RS1500 versus Sony W620, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Pentax and Sony. The sensor resolution of the RS1500 (14MP) and the W620 (14MP) is very well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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The RS1500 was launched 10 months before the W620 and they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a full comparison, below is a short summation of how the RS1500 grades against the W620 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Pentax RS1500 vs Sony W620 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax Optio RS1500 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620. The complete galleries are provided at Pentax RS1500 Gallery & Sony W620 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax RS1500 over the Sony W620
RS1500 | W620 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Sony W620 over the Pentax RS1500
W620 | RS1500 | |||
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Released | January 2012 | ![]() | March 2011 | More recent by 10 months |
Common features in the Pentax RS1500 and Sony W620
RS1500 | W620 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent display dimensions |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly display |
Pentax RS1500 vs Sony W620 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to lug around your camera, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Pentax RS1500 has exterior 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) whilst the Sony W620 has sizing of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).
See the Pentax RS1500 versus Sony W620 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the RS1500 and the W620.
![Pentax RS1500 vs Sony W620 size comparison Pentax RS1500 vs Sony W620 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Pentax-Optio-RS1500-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W620-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the RS1500 and W620 is 93 and 96 respectively.
![Pentax RS1500 vs Sony W620 top view buttons comparison Pentax RS1500 vs Sony W620 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Pentax-Optio-RS1500-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W620-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Pentax RS1500 vs Sony W620 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its tough to imagine the difference between sensor measurements merely by looking at specs. The photograph below should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the RS1500 and W620.
As you can plainly see, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels and you can expect similar quality of files though you should always take the age of the products into consideration. The older RS1500 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
![Pentax RS1500 vs Sony W620 sensor size comparison Pentax RS1500 vs Sony W620 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Pentax-Optio-RS1500-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W620-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Pentax RS1500 vs Sony W620 Screen and ViewFinder
![Pentax RS1500 vs Sony W620 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Pentax RS1500 vs Sony W620 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Pentax-Optio-RS1500-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W620-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Pentax RS1500 vs Sony W620 Specifications
Pentax Optio RS1500 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Pentax | Sony |
Model type | Pentax Optio RS1500 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2011-03-16 | 2012-01-10 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-110mm (3.9x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/3.2-6.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating | Clear Photo TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 2 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.90 m | 3.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 157 grams (0.35 lbs) | 116 grams (0.26 lbs) |
Dimensions | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 98 x 56 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 pictures | 220 pictures |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | D-LI92 | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, microSD/micro SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $150 | $102 |