Panasonic TS20 vs Pentax K-30

On this page, we are evaluating the Panasonic TS20 vs Pentax K-30, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Advanced DSLR by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the TS20 (16MP) and the K-30 (16MP) is very similar but the TS20 (1/2.3") and K-30 (APS-C) boast different sensor size.

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The TS20 was revealed 9 months earlier than the K-30 so they are both of a similar age. Both cameras have different body design with the Panasonic TS20 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-30 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before going right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the TS20 matches up against the K-30 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 & Pentax K-30. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic TS20 Gallery & Pentax K-30 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic TS20 enjoys outer dimensions of 101mm x 58mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-30 has specifications of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") having a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the TS20 versus the K-30.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the TS20 and K-30 is 95 and 63 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizing simply by reviewing technical specs. The visual underneath will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the TS20 and K-30.

As you can tell, each of these cameras have the same resolution but different sensor sizing. The TS20 offers the tinier sensor which is going to make getting shallow DOF more difficult. The older TS20 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.