Panasonic TS1 vs Pentax K-r
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Panasonic TS1 vs Pentax K-r Key Specs
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- 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
- Refreshed by Panasonic TS2
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- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Push to 25600)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 598g - 125 x 97 x 68mm
- Released March 2011
Panasonic TS1 vs Pentax K-r Overview
Lets take a closer look at the Panasonic TS1 versus Pentax K-r, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the TS1 (12MP) and the K-r (12MP) is relatively close but the TS1 (1/2.3") and K-r (APS-C) boast totally different sensor sizes.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe TS1 was released 3 years earlier than the K-r which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic TS1 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-r being a Compact SLR camera.
Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple summary of how the TS1 grades vs the K-r when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic TS1 vs Pentax K-r Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 & Pentax K-r. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic TS1 Gallery & Pentax K-r Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS1 over the Pentax K-r
TS1 | K-r |
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Reasons to pick Pentax K-r over the Panasonic TS1
K-r | TS1 | |||
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Released | March 2011 | January 2009 | More modern by 25 months | |
Focus manually | Very exact focusing | |||
Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 230k | Sharper screen (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic TS1 and Pentax K-r
TS1 | K-r | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | No Touch screen |
Panasonic TS1 vs Pentax K-r Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic TS1 offers exterior measurements of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-r has proportions of 125mm x 97mm x 68mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.7") and a weight of 598 grams (1.32 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic TS1 versus Pentax K-r in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the TS1 against the K-r.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TS1 and K-r is 93 and 67 respectively.
Panasonic TS1 vs Pentax K-r Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its tough to see the gap in sensor sizes merely by viewing specifications. The pic underneath will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the TS1 and K-r.
To sum up, the 2 cameras have the same megapixels albeit not the same sensor sizes. The TS1 comes with the smaller sensor which is going to make achieving shallow depth of field harder. The more aged TS1 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Panasonic TS1 vs Pentax K-r Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 | Pentax K-r | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 | Pentax K-r |
Also called | Lumix DMC-FT1 | - |
Class | Waterproof | Entry-Level DSLR |
Released | 2009-01-27 | 2011-03-11 |
Body design | Compact | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Prime II |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 372.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 2848 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 200 |
RAW pictures | ||
Min enhanced ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 11 |
Cross focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Pentax KAF2 |
Lens focal range | 28-128mm (4.6x) | - |
Max aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | - |
Macro focus range | 5cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 96 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1300 seconds | 1/6000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0fps | 6.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, Red-eye Reduction, Slow-speed Sync, Trailing Curtain Sync, High-Speed Sync and Wireless Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | - | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (25 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | AVCHD Lite | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 189g (0.42 pounds) | 598g (1.32 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 63 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 125 x 97 x 68mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 72 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.9 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.4 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 755 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 470 pictures |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | D-LI109,4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/MMC/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $380 | $1,100 |