Panasonic TS10 vs Pentax K-3

Let's take a deeper look at the Panasonic TS10 vs Pentax K-3, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Advanced DSLR by companies Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the TS10 (14MP) and K-3 (24MP) and the TS10 (1/2.3") and K-3 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The TS10 was released 5 years prior to the K-3 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic TS10 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-3 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the TS10 grades versus the K-3 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS10 and Pentax K-3. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS10 Gallery and Pentax K-3 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic TS10 provides exterior measurements of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Pentax K-3 has dimensions of 131mm x 100mm x 77mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") with a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic TS10 vs Pentax K-3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the TS10 and the K-3.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TS10 and K-3 is 93 and 59 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to see the difference between sensor measurements only by checking a spec sheet. The visual underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the TS10 and K-3.

As you can see, the 2 cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The TS10 featuring a tinier sensor will make shooting shallower DOF harder and the Pentax K-3 will give you greater detail as a result of its extra 10MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics more aggressively. The older TS10 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.