Panasonic TS2 vs Pentax E70

Below, we will be analyzing the Panasonic TS2 vs Pentax E70, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Pentax. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the TS2 (14MP) and E70 (10MP) but they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The TS2 was revealed 13 months after the E70 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise view of how the TS2 grades vs the E70 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 & Pentax Optio E70. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS2 Gallery & Pentax E70 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic TS2 comes with outside measurements of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Pentax E70 has dimensions of 94mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.0") along with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the TS2 vs the E70.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the TS2 and E70 is 93 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizes merely by reviewing technical specs. The picture underneath will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the TS2 and E70.

As you have seen, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Panasonic TS2 to offer more detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs much more aggressively. The more recent TS2 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.