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Panasonic TS1 vs Pentax ist DL2

Portability
93
Imaging
34
Features
24
Overall
30
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 front
 
Pentax ist DL2 front
Portability
69
Imaging
44
Features
33
Overall
39

Panasonic TS1 vs Pentax ist DL2 Key Specs

Panasonic TS1
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 189g - 98 x 63 x 23mm
  • Revealed January 2009
  • Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FT1
  • Later Model is Panasonic TS2
Pentax ist DL2
(Full Review)
  • 6MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 200 - 3200
  • Pentax KAF Mount
  • 565g - 125 x 93 x 66mm
  • Launched January 2006
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Panasonic TS1 vs Pentax ist DL2 Overview

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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Reasons to pick Panasonic TS1 over the Pentax ist DL2

 TS1 ist DL2 
LaunchedJanuary 2009January 2006Fresher by 37 months
Display dimension2.7"2.5"Larger display (+0.2")
Display resolution230k210kClearer display (+20k dot)

Reasons to pick Pentax ist DL2 over the Panasonic TS1

 ist DL2 TS1 
Focus manually Dial accurate focusing

Common features in the Panasonic TS1 and Pentax ist DL2

 TS1 ist DL2 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch friendly display Lack of Touch friendly display

Panasonic TS1 vs Pentax ist DL2 Physical Comparison

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. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

Panasonic TS1 vs Pentax ist DL2 size comparison

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

Panasonic TS1 vs Pentax ist DL2 top view buttons comparison

Panasonic TS1 vs Pentax ist DL2 Sensor Comparison

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.

Panasonic TS1 vs Pentax ist DL2 sensor size comparison

Panasonic TS1 vs Pentax ist DL2 Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic TS1 vs Pentax ist DL2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Panasonic TS1 as a Portrait photography camera
Pentax ist DL2 as a Portrait photography camera
20
manual focus not available
no manual mode
MP count low (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
50
focusing manually
nice sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
does not have liveview
MP count low (6 megapixels)
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Panasonic TS1
Street photography with Pentax ist DL2
61
image stabilization (Optical)
weather sealing
screen is fixed
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
60
nice sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
lighter than competitors in class (565g)
fixed screen
no image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Panasonic TS1 Sports photography info
Pentax ist DL2 Sports photography info
29
image stabilization (Optical)
weather sealing
low max shutter speed (1/1,300s)
low frames per second (2.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
MP count low (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
38
nice sensor size (APS-C)
supports phase detect auto focus
does not have liveview
continuous shooting slow (3.0 frames per second)
no image stabilization
MP count low (6 megapixels)
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Travel Comparison

Panasonic TS1 Travel photography highlights
Pentax ist DL2 Travel photography highlights
61
weather sealing
has built in flash
decently wide (28mm)
does not have Timelapse mode
MP count low (12MP)
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
52
lighter than competitors in class (565 grams)
has built in flash
lack of Timelapse mode
MP count low (6MP)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Panasonic TS1 Landscape photography info
Pentax ist DL2 Landscape photography info
35
decently wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
weather sealing
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
screen is somewhat small (2.7")
no manual mode
MP count low (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
does not have Timelapse mode
46
focusing manually
change lenses (Pentax KAF mount)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
screen is small (2.5 inches)
does not have liveview
no image stabilization
MP count low (6 megapixels)
lack of Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Panasonic TS1
Vlogging with Pentax ist DL2
28
decently wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
display isn't selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have microphone support
22
lighter than competitors in class (565 grams)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
video quality not great ( resolution)
lack of external microphone jack
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Panasonic TS1 vs Pentax ist DL2 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic TS1 and Pentax ist DL2
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1Pentax ist DL2
General Information
Manufacturer Panasonic Pentax
Model Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 Pentax ist DL2
Also called as Lumix DMC-FT1 -
Type Waterproof Advanced DSLR
Revealed 2009-01-27 2006-01-27
Body design Compact Mid-size SLR
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" APS-C
Sensor measurements 6.08 x 4.56mm 23.5 x 15.7mm
Sensor area 27.7mm² 369.0mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 6 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2
Max resolution 4000 x 3000 3008 x 2008
Max native ISO 6400 3200
Min native ISO 80 200
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Number of focus points 11 5
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens Pentax KAF
Lens focal range 28-128mm (4.6x) -
Max aperture f/3.3-5.9 -
Macro focus distance 5cm -
Number of lenses - 151
Crop factor 5.9 1.5
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 2.7 inches 2.5 inches
Resolution of screen 230 thousand dot 210 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None Optical
Viewfinder coverage - 95%
Viewfinder magnification - 0.57x
Features
Minimum shutter speed 60 seconds 30 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/1300 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Continuous shutter speed 2.0 frames/s 3.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation - Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) -
Max video resolution 1280x720 -
Video format AVCHD Lite -
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None No
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 189 grams (0.42 lb) 565 grams (1.25 lb)
Dimensions 98 x 63 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") 125 x 93 x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested 65
DXO Color Depth score not tested 22.9
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 11.1
DXO Low light score not tested 639
Other
Battery model - 4 x AA
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 12 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/MMC/SDHC, Internal SD/MMC card
Storage slots One One
Pricing at release $380 -