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Panasonic TS1 vs Pentax K-1 II

Portability
93
Imaging
34
Features
24
Overall
30
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 front
 
Pentax K-1 Mark II front
Portability
55
Imaging
78
Features
82
Overall
79

Panasonic TS1 vs Pentax K-1 II Key Specs

Panasonic TS1
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 189g - 98 x 63 x 23mm
  • Released January 2009
  • Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FT1
  • Later Model is Panasonic TS2
Pentax K-1 II
(Full Review)
  • 36MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 100 - 819200
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Pentax KAF4 Mount
  • 1010g - 137 x 110 x 86mm
  • Launched February 2018
  • Old Model is Pentax K-1
Photography Glossary

Panasonic TS1 vs Pentax K-1 II Overview

Let's examine more in depth at the Panasonic TS1 versus Pentax K-1 II, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Advanced DSLR by companies Panasonic and Pentax. There is a large difference among the sensor resolutions of the TS1 (12MP) and K-1 II (36MP) and the TS1 (1/2.3") and K-1 II (Full frame) possess different sensor size.

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The TS1 was revealed 10 years before the K-1 II which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic TS1 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-1 II being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the TS1 matches up versus the K-1 II with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic TS1 over the Pentax K-1 II

 TS1 K-1 II 

Reasons to pick Pentax K-1 II over the Panasonic TS1

 K-1 II TS1 
LaunchedFebruary 2018January 2009More modern by 110 months
Manually focus More accurate focus
Display typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating display
Display sizing3.2"2.7"Larger display (+0.5")
Display resolution1037k230kSharper display (+807k dot)

Common features in the Panasonic TS1 and Pentax K-1 II

 TS1 K-1 II 
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch display Lacking Touch display

Panasonic TS1 vs Pentax K-1 II Physical Comparison

If you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic TS1 provides exterior measurements of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Pentax K-1 II has proportions of 137mm x 110mm x 86mm (5.4" x 4.3" x 3.4") along with a weight of 1010 grams (2.23 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic TS1 versus Pentax K-1 II in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the TS1 against the K-1 II.

Panasonic TS1 vs Pentax K-1 II size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the TS1 and K-1 II is 93 and 55 respectively.

Panasonic TS1 vs Pentax K-1 II top view buttons comparison

Panasonic TS1 vs Pentax K-1 II Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it's hard to visualize the difference in sensor sizes simply by checking out specifications. The pic underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the TS1 and K-1 II.

Plainly, both of these cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The TS1 with its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF trickier and the Pentax K-1 II will produce greater detail because of its extra 24 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged TS1 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

Panasonic TS1 vs Pentax K-1 II sensor size comparison

Panasonic TS1 vs Pentax K-1 II Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic TS1 vs Pentax K-1 II Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Panasonic TS1 Portrait photography details
Pentax K-1 II Portrait photography details
20
focusing manually not possible
manual exposure not possible
MP count low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
86
focusing manually
high sensor resolution (36 megapixels)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
has face detection focus
saves RAW files
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Street Comparison

Panasonic TS1 as a Street photography camera
Pentax K-1 II as a Street photography camera
61
has image stabilization (Optical)
weather sealing
screen does not articulate
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
70
screen articulates
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
saves RAW files
weather proof
good ISO range (819,200)
heavier than others in class (1,010g)
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Sports Comparison

Panasonic TS1 Sports photography factors
Pentax K-1 II Sports photography factors
29
has image stabilization (Optical)
weather sealing
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,300s)
very slow continuous shooting (2.0 fps)
no shutter priority
MP count low (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
77
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000s)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
high sensor resolution (36 megapixels)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
has tracking autofocus
weather proof
comes with phase detect auto focus
very slow continuous shooting (4.4 frames per second)
low battery (670 CIPA)
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Travel Comparison

Panasonic TS1 Travel photography information
Pentax K-1 II Travel photography information
61
weather sealing
has built in flash
relatively wide (28mm)
no Time Lapse mode
MP count low (12MP)
display is not selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.3)
53
weather proof
high sensor resolution (36MP)
low battery (670 CIPA)
heavier than others in class (1,010 grams)
screen isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Panasonic TS1 as a Landscape photography camera
Pentax K-1 II as a Landscape photography camera
35
relatively wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
weather sealing
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
screen is small (2.7")
manual exposure not possible
MP count low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
no Time Lapse mode
82
focusing manually
swap lenses (Pentax KAF4 mount)
nice screen size (3.2 inch)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
high sensor resolution (36 megapixels)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
does not have low pass filter
good ISO range (819,200)
saves RAW files
weather proof
has dual storage slots
low battery (670 per charge)
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Panasonic TS1
Vlogging with Pentax K-1 II
28
relatively wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
display is not selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 pxls)
no mic jack
32
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
has face detection focus
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
does have external mic jack
screen isn't selfie friendly
heavier than others in class (1,010 grams)
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Panasonic TS1 vs Pentax K-1 II Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic TS1 and Pentax K-1 II
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1Pentax K-1 Mark II
General Information
Company Panasonic Pentax
Model Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 Pentax K-1 Mark II
Also Known as Lumix DMC-FT1 -
Class Waterproof Advanced DSLR
Released 2009-01-27 2018-02-22
Body design Compact Mid-size SLR
Sensor Information
Powered by - PRIME IV
Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" Full frame
Sensor dimensions 6.08 x 4.56mm 35.9 x 24mm
Sensor area 27.7mm² 861.6mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 36 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2
Full resolution 4000 x 3000 7360 x 4912
Max native ISO 6400 819200
Lowest native ISO 80 100
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Number of focus points 11 33
Cross focus points - 25
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens Pentax KAF4
Lens focal range 28-128mm (4.6x) -
Maximal aperture f/3.3-5.9 -
Macro focus range 5cm -
Number of lenses - 151
Crop factor 5.9 1
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fully Articulated
Screen size 2.7" 3.2"
Resolution of screen 230k dot 1,037k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder coverage - 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification - 0.7x
Features
Slowest shutter speed 60 secs 30 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/1300 secs 1/8000 secs
Continuous shooting speed 2.0 frames/s 4.4 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range - no built-in flash
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro Auto Flash Discharge, Auto Flash + Red-eye Reduction, Flash On, Flash On + Red-eye Reduction, Slow-speed Sync, Slow-speed Sync + Red-eye, P-TTL, Trailing Curtain Sync, Contrast-control-sync, High-speed sync, Wireless sync
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Maximum flash sync - 1/200 secs
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video data format AVCHD Lite MPEG-4, H.264
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None Auto Flash Discharge, Auto Flash + Red-eye Reduction, Flash On, Flash On + Red-eye Reduction, Slow-speed Sync, Slow-speed Sync + Red-eye, P-TTL, Trailing Curtain Sync, Contrast-control-sync, High-speed sync, Wireless sync
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None Built-in
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 189g (0.42 lb) 1010g (2.23 lb)
Dimensions 98 x 63 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") 137 x 110 x 86mm (5.4" x 4.3" x 3.4")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life - 670 pictures
Type of battery - Battery Pack
Battery model - D-LI90
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/MMC/SDHC, Internal Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I)
Storage slots Single 2
Price at launch $380 $1,737