Panasonic TS10 vs Pentax K-5

Lets look a bit more closely at the Panasonic TS10 and Pentax K-5, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the TS10 (14MP) and the K-5 (16MP) is relatively well matched but the TS10 (1/2.3") and K-5 (APS-C) use different sensor measurements.

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The TS10 was brought out 11 months earlier than the K-5 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic TS10 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-5 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a short overview of how the TS10 matches up vs the K-5 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS10 & Pentax K-5. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS10 Gallery & Pentax K-5 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic TS10 offers external dimensions of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Pentax K-5 has sizing of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") along with a weight of 740 grams (1.63 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic TS10 and Pentax K-5 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the TS10 and the K-5.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TS10 and K-5 is 93 and 60 respectively.

More often than not, its hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizing just by reading through a spec sheet. The graphic here will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the TS10 and K-5.

As you can see, each of the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The TS10 due to its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Pentax K-5 will give you greater detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots far more aggressively. The older TS10 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.