Panasonic TS20 vs Pentax K-3

The following is a complete analysis of the Panasonic TS20 versus Pentax K-3, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Advanced DSLR by brands Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the TS20 (16MP) and K-3 (24MP) and the TS20 (1/2.3") and K-3 (APS-C) feature different sensor sizes.

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The TS20 was revealed 3 years before the K-3 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic TS20 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-3 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple overview of how the TS20 matches up vs the K-3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 and Pentax K-3. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS20 Gallery and Pentax K-3 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera often, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic TS20 features exterior measurements of 101mm x 58mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Pentax K-3 has measurements of 131mm x 100mm x 77mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

Check the Panasonic TS20 versus Pentax K-3 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at the time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the TS20 and the K-3.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TS20 and K-3 is 95 and 59 respectively.

Typically, its hard to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by researching specifications. The image underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the TS20 and K-3.

Plainly, both of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The TS20 having a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field trickier and the Pentax K-3 will render greater detail because of its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged TS20 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.