Panasonic TS1 vs Pentax K200D
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Panasonic TS1 vs Pentax K200D Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 189g - 98 x 63 x 23mm
- Announced January 2009
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FT1
- Later Model is Panasonic TS2
(Full Review)
- 10MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 690g - 134 x 95 x 74mm
- Revealed September 2008
- Replaced the Pentax K100D S
Panasonic TS1 vs Pentax K200D Overview
In this article, we are contrasting the Panasonic TS1 and Pentax K200D, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the TS1 (12MP) and the K200D (10MP) is fairly comparable but the TS1 (1/2.3") and K200D (APS-C) use totally different sensor sizes.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe TS1 was released 5 months later than the K200D which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic TS1 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K200D being a Compact SLR camera.
Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a brief summary of how the TS1 scores vs the K200D in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic TS1 vs Pentax K200D Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 and Pentax K200D. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic TS1 Gallery and Pentax K200D Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS1 over the Pentax K200D
TS1 | K200D |
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Reasons to pick Pentax K200D over the Panasonic TS1
K200D | TS1 | |||
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Focus manually | Very accurate focusing |
Common features in the Panasonic TS1 and Pentax K200D
TS1 | K200D | |||
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Revealed | January 2009 | September 2008 | Same generation | |
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equivalent display dimensions | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | The same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Absent Touch display |
Panasonic TS1 vs Pentax K200D Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry your camera often, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic TS1 enjoys outside measurements 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 K200D has sizing of 134mm x 95mm x 74mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 2.9") having a weight of 690 grams (1.52 lbs).
Check out the Panasonic TS1 and Pentax K200D in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the TS1 compared to the K200D.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the TS1 and K200D is 93 and 61 respectively.
Panasonic TS1 vs Pentax K200D Sensor Comparison
Often, it's hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizing just by checking out technical specs. The photograph below will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the TS1 and K200D.
As you can tell, both of the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The TS1 because of its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow DOF tougher and the Panasonic TS1 will show extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos far more aggressively.
Panasonic TS1 vs Pentax K200D Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic TS1 vs Pentax K200D Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 | Pentax K200D | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 | Pentax K200D |
Also Known as | Lumix DMC-FT1 | - |
Type | Waterproof | Entry-Level DSLR |
Announced | 2009-01-27 | 2008-09-01 |
Body design | Compact | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3872 x 2592 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Pentax KAF2 |
Lens focal range | 28-128mm (4.6x) | - |
Max aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | - |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 96% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1300 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 13.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | - | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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) | - |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | None |
Video file format | AVCHD Lite | - |
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 | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 189g (0.42 pounds) | 690g (1.52 pounds) |
Dimensions | 98 x 63 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 134 x 95 x 74mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 64 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.4 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.4 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 561 |
Other | ||
Battery model | - | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/MMC/SDHC, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $380 | $600 |