Panasonic TS1 vs Pentax KP

Below, we will be reviewing the Panasonic TS1 vs Pentax KP, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by brands Panasonic and Pentax. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the TS1 (12MP) and KP (24MP) and the TS1 (1/2.3") and KP (APS-C) use different sensor size.

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The TS1 was revealed 9 years prior to the KP which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic TS1 being a Compact camera and the Pentax KP being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before diving in to a full comparison, below is a concise view of how the TS1 matches up vs the KP in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 and Pentax KP. The full galleries are available at Panasonic TS1 Gallery and Pentax KP Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic TS1 features outside dimensions of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") along with a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Pentax KP has proportions of 132mm x 101mm x 76mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.0") with a weight of 703 grams (1.55 lbs).

Check the Panasonic TS1 vs Pentax KP in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select during that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the TS1 and the KP.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the TS1 and KP is 93 and 61 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes merely by looking through a spec sheet. The pic here will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the TS1 and KP.

As you can see, both the cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The TS1 using its smaller sensor is going to make getting bokeh more challenging and the Pentax KP will render more detail because of its extra 12MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs much more aggressively. The more aged TS1 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.