Panasonic TS20 vs Pentax K-5 II

In this article, we are evaluating the Panasonic TS20 versus Pentax K-5 II, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the TS20 (16MP) and the K-5 II (16MP) is very close but the TS20 (1/2.3") and K-5 II (APS-C) come with different sensor size.

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The TS20 was unveiled 16 months prior to the K-5 II making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic TS20 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-5 II being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a short introduction of how the TS20 grades versus the K-5 II when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 & Pentax K-5 II. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS20 Gallery & Pentax K-5 II Gallery.

If you are aiming to lug around your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic TS20 provides external dimensions of 101mm x 58mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Pentax K-5 II has specifications of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 760 grams (1.68 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic TS20 versus Pentax K-5 II in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the TS20 and the K-5 II.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the TS20 and K-5 II is 95 and 60 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to picture the contrast in sensor measurements only by looking through technical specs. The photograph here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the TS20 and K-5 II.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact MP but different sensor measurements. The TS20 comes with the smaller sensor which should make obtaining shallow depth of field more difficult. The older TS20 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.