Pentax RS1500 vs Sony WX80

Here, we are analyzing the Pentax RS1500 and Sony WX80, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Pentax and Sony. The resolution of the RS1500 (14MP) and the WX80 (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The RS1500 was unveiled 22 months prior to the WX80 making them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise summary of how the RS1500 matches up vs the WX80 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax Optio RS1500 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80. The full galleries are viewable at Pentax RS1500 Gallery & Sony WX80 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and proportions. The Pentax RS1500 provides outside 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 WX80 has measurements of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") having a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax RS1500 and Sony WX80 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using during that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the RS1500 vs the WX80.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the RS1500 and WX80 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing merely by going through technical specs. The visual below will give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the RS1500 and WX80.

As you can tell, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You can expect to see the Sony WX80 to produce more detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images way more aggressively. The older RS1500 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.