Reasons to choose 1500
Released in 2004, 1500 has about 31 mm² of sensor area, 1.3 MP effective resolution, and a 0 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.


The 1500 and 3043 have the same sensor area. Compare pixel density, sensor architecture, and release generation to understand likely image-quality differences.
Amber marks the value that is generally preferable in this comparison context. It is not an overall camera score.
The 1500 and 3043 have the same sensor area. The 1500 has the lighter body. The 3043 has the higher effective resolution. The 1500 and 3043 were both released in 2004. Also consider the lens system and subjects you shoot.
Released in 2004, 1500 has about 31 mm² of sensor area, 1.3 MP effective resolution, and a 0 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.
Released in 2004, 3043 has about 31 mm² of sensor area, 3.1 MP effective resolution, and a 100 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.