Panasonic TS2 vs Pentax K-3

Here, we will be contrasting the Panasonic TS2 vs Pentax K-3, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by brands Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a large gap between the sensor resolutions of the TS2 (14MP) and K-3 (24MP) and the TS2 (1/2.3") and K-3 (APS-C) posses different sensor measurements.

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The TS2 was brought out 5 years before the K-3 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic TS2 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-3 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summary of how the TS2 grades vs the K-3 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 & Pentax K-3. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS2 Gallery & Pentax K-3 Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic TS2 provides external dimensions 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-3 has dimensions of 131mm x 100mm x 77mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic TS2 vs Pentax K-3 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the TS2 against the K-3.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TS2 and K-3 is 93 and 59 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reviewing technical specs. The image below will give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the TS2 and K-3.

As you have seen, both of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The TS2 due to its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF tougher and the Pentax K-3 will deliver greater detail having its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged TS2 is going to be behind in sensor tech.