Panasonic TS1 vs Pentax K100D S

Here, we will be contrasting the Panasonic TS1 vs Pentax K100D S, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Panasonic and Pentax. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the TS1 (12MP) and K100D S (6MP) and the TS1 (1/2.3") and K100D S (APS-C) offer totally different sensor dimensions.

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The TS1 was manufactured 20 months after the K100D S which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic TS1 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K100D S being a Compact SLR camera.

Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the TS1 scores against the K100D S in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 and Pentax K100D Super. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS1 Gallery and Pentax K100D S Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic TS1 has got physical dimensions of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Pentax K100D S has sizing of 129mm x 91mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.8") having a weight of 646 grams (1.42 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic TS1 vs Pentax K100D S in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the TS1 and the K100D S.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the TS1 and K100D S is 93 and 65 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to see the gap in sensor dimensions purely by looking through specs. The pic below might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the TS1 and K100D S.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The TS1 because of its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Panasonic TS1 will render extra detail due to its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The newer TS1 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.