Panasonic TS2 vs Pentax K200D

Below is a in-depth comparison of the Panasonic TS2 versus Pentax K200D, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. There is a considerable difference between the sensor resolutions of the TS2 (14MP) and K200D (10MP) and the TS2 (1/2.3") and K200D (APS-C) posses totally different sensor sizing.

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The TS2 was introduced 18 months later than the K200D which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic TS2 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K200D being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting right into a complete comparison, here is a short view of how the TS2 matches up vs the K200D with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 & Pentax K200D. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic TS2 Gallery & Pentax K200D Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic TS2 has got exterior measurements of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Pentax K200D has measurements of 134mm x 95mm x 74mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 2.9") along with a weight of 690 grams (1.52 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic TS2 versus Pentax K200D in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose at that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the TS2 against the K200D.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the TS2 and K200D is 93 and 61 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to visualise the gap between sensor measurements only by reading specs. The graphic here will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the TS2 and K200D.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The TS2 using its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower DOF more difficult and the Panasonic TS2 will offer greater detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots way more aggressively. The more modern TS2 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.