Panasonic TS1 vs Pentax K-5 II

Here is a extended analysis of the Panasonic TS1 vs Pentax K-5 II, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by companies Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a sizable gap between the sensor resolutions of the TS1 (12MP) and K-5 II (16MP) and the TS1 (1/2.3") and K-5 II (APS-C) provide totally different sensor size.

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The TS1 was announced 5 years earlier than the K-5 II and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic TS1 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-5 II being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the TS1 scores versus the K-5 II when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 & Pentax K-5 II. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic TS1 Gallery & Pentax K-5 II Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic TS1 features physical 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-5 II has dimensions of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") with a weight of 760 grams (1.68 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic TS1 vs Pentax K-5 II in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the TS1 versus the K-5 II.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TS1 and K-5 II is 93 and 60 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to see the difference between sensor sizing merely by reading a spec sheet. The graphic here may give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the TS1 and K-5 II.

As you can see, the two cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The TS1 using its tinier sensor will make getting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Pentax K-5 II will deliver extra detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively. The older TS1 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.