Panasonic TS2 vs Pentax K-x
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Panasonic TS2 vs Pentax K-x 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
- Introduced January 2010
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FT2
- Earlier Model is Panasonic TS1
- New Model is Panasonic TS3
(Full Review)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Expand to 12800)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 580g - 123 x 92 x 68mm
- Launched December 2009
Panasonic TS2 vs Pentax K-x Overview
Here is a in depth comparison of the Panasonic TS2 vs Pentax K-x, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the TS2 (14MP) and the K-x (12MP) is fairly similar but the TS2 (1/2.3") and K-x (APS-C) offer totally different sensor dimensions.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe TS2 was introduced 2 months later than the K-x and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic TS2 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-x being a Compact SLR camera.
Before going right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief overview of how the TS2 grades against the K-x with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic TS2 vs Pentax K-x Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 and Pentax K-x. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic TS2 Gallery and Pentax K-x Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS2 over the Pentax K-x
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Reasons to pick Pentax K-x over the Panasonic TS2
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Manual focus | Dial exact focus |
Common features in the Panasonic TS2 and Pentax K-x
TS2 | K-x | |||
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Launched | January 2010 | December 2009 | Similar generation | |
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.7" | Same display sizing | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither comes with Touch friendly display |
Panasonic TS2 vs Pentax K-x Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic TS2 comes with exterior 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) and the Pentax K-x has measurements of 123mm x 92mm x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") with a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs).
Examine the Panasonic TS2 vs Pentax K-x in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the TS2 versus the K-x.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TS2 and K-x is 93 and 69 respectively.
Panasonic TS2 vs Pentax K-x Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing simply by reading specs. The visual here will give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the TS2 and K-x.
All in all, each of the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The TS2 using its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower DOF tougher and the Panasonic TS2 will offer greater detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images a good deal more aggressively.
Panasonic TS2 vs Pentax K-x Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic TS2 vs Pentax K-x Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 | Pentax K-x | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 | Pentax K-x |
Otherwise known as | Lumix DMC-FT2 | - |
Class | Waterproof | Entry-Level DSLR |
Introduced | 2010-01-26 | 2009-12-23 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Venus Engine HD II | Prime |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 372.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4288 x 2848 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Pentax KAF2 |
Lens zoom range | 28-128mm (4.6x) | - |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | - |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | - |
Total lenses | - | 151 |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 96% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1300 secs | 1/6000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.10 m | 16.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear curtain, Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 416 (24 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | AVCHD Lite | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 188 gr (0.41 lbs) | 580 gr (1.28 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 63 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 123 x 92 x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 72 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.5 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 811 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 1900 images |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $350 | $600 |