Panasonic TS20 vs Pentax K-S2

Here, we will be evaluating the Panasonic TS20 versus Pentax K-S2, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the TS20 (16MP) and the K-S2 (20MP) is relatively close but the TS20 (1/2.3") and K-S2 (APS-C) boast different sensor size.

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The TS20 was unveiled 4 years before the K-S2 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic TS20 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-S2 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple view of how the TS20 grades against the K-S2 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 & Pentax K-S2. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS20 Gallery & Pentax K-S2 Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic TS20 comes with 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-S2 has specifications of 123mm x 91mm x 73mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.9") along with a weight of 678 grams (1.49 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic TS20 versus Pentax K-S2 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the TS20 versus the K-S2.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the TS20 and K-S2 is 95 and 64 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to imagine the difference in sensor measurements simply by researching specs. The graphic underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the TS20 and K-S2.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The TS20 having a smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF tougher and the Pentax K-S2 will render extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older TS20 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.