Panasonic TS2 vs Pentax K-3
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Panasonic TS2 vs Pentax K-3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 188g - 99 x 63 x 24mm
- Announced January 2010
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-FT2
- Superseded the Panasonic TS1
- Refreshed by Panasonic TS3
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 800g - 131 x 100 x 77mm
- Released April 2014
- Refreshed by Pentax K-3 II
Panasonic TS2 vs Pentax K-3 Overview
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.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe 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.
Panasonic TS2 vs Pentax K-3 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS2 over the Pentax K-3
TS2 | K-3 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax K-3 over the Panasonic TS2
K-3 | TS2 | |||
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Released | April 2014 | January 2010 | Newer by 51 months | |
Manually focus | Very accurate focusing | |||
Screen size | 3.2" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 1037k | 230k | Sharper screen (+807k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic TS2 and Pentax K-3
TS2 | K-3 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither provides Touch screen |
Panasonic TS2 vs Pentax K-3 Physical Comparison
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.
Panasonic TS2 vs Pentax K-3 Sensor Comparison
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.
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Panasonic TS2 vs Pentax K-3 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 | Pentax K-3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 | Pentax K-3 |
Other name | Lumix DMC-FT2 | - |
Category | Waterproof | Advanced DSLR |
Announced | 2010-01-26 | 2014-04-10 |
Physical type | Compact | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine HD II | Prime III |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 6016 x 4000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 51200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 27 |
Cross type focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Pentax KAF2 |
Lens zoom range | 28-128mm (4.6x) | - |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 151 |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 3.2 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 1,037 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.64x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1300s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0 frames/s | 8.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.10 m | 13.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, on, off, red-eye, slow sync, slow sync + red-eye, trailing curtain sync, high speed, wireless, manual |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | - | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | AVCHD Lite | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 188g (0.41 pounds) | 800g (1.76 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 63 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 131 x 100 x 77mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 80 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.7 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 13.4 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1216 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 560 photos |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | D-LI90 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 2 |
Launch pricing | $350 | $639 |