Panasonic TS2 vs Pentax K-1

Following is a in-depth comparison of the Panasonic TS2 and Pentax K-1, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the TS2 (14MP) and K-1 (36MP) and the TS2 (1/2.3") and K-1 (Full frame) posses totally different sensor measurements.

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The TS2 was launched 7 years prior to the K-1 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic TS2 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-1 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summary of how the TS2 scores versus the K-1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 and Pentax K-1. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic TS2 Gallery and Pentax K-1 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic TS2 enjoys outer measurements of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") along with a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Pentax K-1 has sizing of 137mm x 110mm x 86mm (5.4" x 4.3" x 3.4") accompanied by a weight of 1010 grams (2.23 lbs).

Check the Panasonic TS2 and Pentax K-1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the TS2 against the K-1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TS2 and K-1 is 93 and 55 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to see the contrast between sensor sizes only by going over specs. The pic below will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the TS2 and K-1.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The TS2 due to its tinier sensor will make achieving shallow DOF more challenging and the Pentax K-1 will deliver greater detail utilizing its extra 22MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots more aggressively. The more aged TS2 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.