Panasonic TS10 vs Pentax K-50

The following is a detailed assessment of the Panasonic TS10 vs Pentax K-50, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the TS10 (14MP) and the K-50 (16MP) is relatively close but the TS10 (1/2.3") and K-50 (APS-C) come with different sensor measurements.

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The TS10 was revealed 4 years before the K-50 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic TS10 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-50 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving straight into a full comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the TS10 grades vs the K-50 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS10 & Pentax K-50. The full galleries are available at Panasonic TS10 Gallery & Pentax K-50 Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic TS10 offers outside dimensions of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Pentax K-50 has sizing of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") along with a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the TS10 vs the K-50.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the TS10 and K-50 is 93 and 63 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions purely by looking through a spec sheet. The image underneath may provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TS10 and K-50.

Clearly, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The TS10 with its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF more challenging and the Pentax K-50 will result in greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged TS10 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.