Panasonic TS1 vs Pentax ist DL2

Its time to look more closely at the Panasonic TS1 vs Pentax ist DL2, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Advanced DSLR by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the TS1 (12MP) and ist DL2 (6MP) and the TS1 (1/2.3") and ist DL2 (APS-C) possess different sensor sizing.

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The TS1 was released 3 years later than the ist DL2 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic TS1 being a Compact camera and the Pentax ist DL2 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before getting through a in depth comparison, below is a quick summary of how the TS1 scores vs the ist DL2 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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For those who are planning to carry your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic TS1 enjoys exterior dimensions of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Pentax ist DL2 has sizing of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") accompanied by a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic TS1 vs Pentax ist DL2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the TS1 and the ist DL2.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TS1 and ist DL2 is 93 and 69 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizing merely by researching specs. The graphic underneath will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the TS1 and ist DL2.

All in all, both cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The TS1 due to its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field tougher and the Panasonic TS1 will provide you with greater detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics much more aggressively. The more modern TS1 should have a benefit in sensor tech.