Panasonic TS1 vs Pentax K-r

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.

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The 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.

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.

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).

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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.

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.