Panasonic TS2 vs Pentax K-01

Here is a thorough comparison of the Panasonic TS2 versus Pentax K-01, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the TS2 (14MP) and the K-01 (16MP) is pretty similar but the TS2 (1/2.3") and K-01 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The TS2 was revealed 3 years prior to the K-01 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic TS2 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-01 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going into a detailed comparison, here is a short view of how the TS2 grades vs the K-01 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 and Pentax K-01. The full galleries are available at Panasonic TS2 Gallery and Pentax K-01 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic TS2 has got external 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-01 has sizing of 122mm x 79mm x 58mm (4.8" x 3.1" x 2.3") having a weight of 561 grams (1.24 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic TS2 versus Pentax K-01 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at the time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the TS2 vs the K-01.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TS2 and K-01 is 93 and 76 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reviewing technical specs. The graphic here will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the TS2 and K-01.

As you can tell, both of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The TS2 using its tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh trickier and the Pentax K-01 will offer you extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The older TS2 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.