Panasonic TS1 vs Pentax K10D

The following is a extended review of the Panasonic TS1 versus Pentax K10D, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the TS1 (12MP) and the K10D (10MP) is relatively comparable but the TS1 (1/2.3") and K10D (APS-C) come with totally different sensor dimensions.

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The TS1 was unveiled 2 years after the K10D which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic TS1 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K10D being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a concise summation of how the TS1 scores versus the K10D when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 & Pentax K10D. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS1 Gallery & Pentax K10D Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic TS1 enjoys physical measurements of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Pentax K10D has proportions of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 793 grams (1.75 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic TS1 versus Pentax K10D in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the TS1 and the K10D.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TS1 and K10D is 93 and 59 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by checking out a spec sheet. The picture here may provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the TS1 and K10D.

Clearly, the two cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The TS1 using its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower DOF more difficult and the Panasonic TS1 will provide greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The fresher TS1 will have an edge in sensor tech.