Panasonic TS2 vs Pentax K-S2
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Panasonic TS2 vs Pentax K-S2 Key Specs
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- 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
- Launched January 2010
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FT2
- Superseded the Panasonic TS1
- Newer Model is Panasonic TS3
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- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 51200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 678g - 123 x 91 x 73mm
- Introduced February 2015
- Superseded the Pentax K-S1
Panasonic TS2 vs Pentax K-S2 Overview
Here, we are comparing the Panasonic TS2 vs Pentax K-S2, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the TS2 (14MP) and K-S2 (20MP) and the TS2 (1/2.3") and K-S2 (APS-C) boast different sensor measurements.
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe TS2 was introduced 6 years before the K-S2 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic TS2 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-S2 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a short overview of how the TS2 grades against the K-S2 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic TS2 vs Pentax K-S2 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 and Pentax K-S2. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic TS2 Gallery and Pentax K-S2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS2 over the Pentax K-S2
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Reasons to pick Pentax K-S2 over the Panasonic TS2
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Introduced | February 2015 | January 2010 | Newer by 61 months | |
Manual focus | Very precise focus | |||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 921k | 230k | Clearer display (+691k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Common features in the Panasonic TS2 and Pentax K-S2
TS2 | K-S2 | |||
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Touch friendly display | Absent Touch friendly display |
Panasonic TS2 vs Pentax K-S2 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic TS2 has exterior 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-S2 has specifications of 123mm x 91mm x 73mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 678 grams (1.49 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic TS2 vs Pentax K-S2 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at the time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the TS2 compared to the K-S2.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the TS2 and K-S2 is 93 and 64 respectively.
Panasonic TS2 vs Pentax K-S2 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be hard to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing specs. The picture underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the TS2 and K-S2.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The TS2 with its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF more challenging and the Pentax K-S2 will offer you greater detail using its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged TS2 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.
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Panasonic TS2 vs Pentax K-S2 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 | Pentax K-S2 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 | Pentax K-S2 |
Also called as | Lumix DMC-FT2 | - |
Category | Waterproof | Entry-Level DSLR |
Launched | 2010-01-26 | 2015-02-10 |
Body design | Compact | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Venus Engine HD II | PRIME MII |
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 | 14MP | 20MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 5472 x 3648 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 51200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Pentax KAF2 |
Lens zoom range | 28-128mm (4.6x) | - |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.64x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1300s | 1/6000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames per second | 5.4 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.10 m | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, flash on, flash on + redeye reduction, slow sync, trailing curtain sync, manual flash |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
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 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | AVCHD Lite | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 188g (0.41 lb) | 678g (1.49 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 63 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 123 x 91 x 73mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 410 shots |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | D-LI109 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $350 | $581 |