Panasonic TS20 vs Pentax K-r

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Panasonic TS20 and Pentax K-r, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Panasonic and Pentax. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the TS20 (16MP) and K-r (12MP) and the TS20 (1/2.3") and K-r (APS-C) enjoy different sensor measurements.

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The TS20 was brought out 11 months later than the K-r so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic TS20 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-r being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the TS20 scores vs the K-r when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 and Pentax K-r. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic TS20 Gallery and Pentax K-r Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic TS20 comes with physical dimensions of 101mm x 58mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-r has proportions of 125mm x 97mm x 68mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.7") accompanied by a weight of 598 grams (1.32 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic TS20 and Pentax K-r in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is the front view size comparison of the TS20 vs the K-r.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the TS20 and K-r is 95 and 67 respectively.

Usually, its tough to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements only by checking technical specs. The photograph here will offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TS20 and K-r.

As you have seen, both of these cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The TS20 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Panasonic TS20 will give you more detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more modern TS20 provides an edge in sensor innovation.