Panasonic TS10 vs Pentax ist DL2

Here is a in-depth assessment of the Panasonic TS10 versus Pentax ist DL2, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. There is a crucial difference among the sensor resolutions of the TS10 (14MP) and ist DL2 (6MP) and the TS10 (1/2.3") and ist DL2 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The TS10 was introduced 4 years later than the ist DL2 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic TS10 being a Compact camera and the Pentax ist DL2 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a short introduction of how the TS10 matches up against the ist DL2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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For those who are planning to carry your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic TS10 enjoys outside dimensions of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") along with a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Pentax ist DL2 has measurements of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") with a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic TS10 versus Pentax ist DL2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose during that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the TS10 vs the ist DL2.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the TS10 and ist DL2 is 93 and 69 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to see the gap in sensor sizing merely by seeing specs. The graphic below might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the TS10 and ist DL2.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The TS10 with its smaller sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field tougher and the Panasonic TS10 will show greater detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively. The more recent TS10 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.