Panasonic TS20 vs Pentax K100D S
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![Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS20/Panasonic-TS20-front.jpg)
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Panasonic TS20 vs Pentax K100D S Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 142g - 101 x 58 x 19mm
- Launched January 2012
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FT20
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 646g - 129 x 91 x 71mm
- Launched June 2007
- Replaced the Pentax K100D
- New Model is Pentax K200D
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Panasonic TS20 vs Pentax K100D S Overview
Lets look more closely at the Panasonic TS20 vs Pentax K100D S, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the TS20 (16MP) and K100D S (6MP) and the TS20 (1/2.3") and K100D S (APS-C) possess different sensor sizes.
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The TS20 was launched 4 years later than the K100D S and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic TS20 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K100D S being a Compact SLR camera.
Before going straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a short summation of how the TS20 matches up vs the K100D S with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Panasonic TS20 vs Pentax K100D S Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 and Pentax K100D Super. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS20 Gallery and Pentax K100D S Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS20 over the Pentax K100D S
TS20 | K100D S | |||
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Launched | January 2012 | ![]() | June 2007 | Fresher by 56 months |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 210k | Clearer screen (+20k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax K100D S over the Panasonic TS20
K100D S | TS20 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focusing |
Common features in the Panasonic TS20 and Pentax K100D S
TS20 | K100D S | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | No Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic TS20 vs Pentax K100D S Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic TS20 has outer measurements of 101mm x 58mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Pentax K100D S has sizing of 129mm x 91mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.8") with a weight of 646 grams (1.42 lbs).
Analyze the Panasonic TS20 vs Pentax K100D S in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the TS20 versus the K100D S.
![Panasonic TS20 vs Pentax K100D S size comparison Panasonic TS20 vs Pentax K100D S size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS20-vs-Pentax-K100D-Super-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TS20 and K100D S is 95 and 65 respectively.
![Panasonic TS20 vs Pentax K100D S top view buttons comparison Panasonic TS20 vs Pentax K100D S top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS20-vs-Pentax-K100D-Super-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Panasonic TS20 vs Pentax K100D S Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizing purely by going over a spec sheet. The visual below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the TS20 and K100D S.
As you can see, the 2 cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The TS20 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field harder and the Panasonic TS20 will offer you extra detail utilizing its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The newer TS20 should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.
![Panasonic TS20 vs Pentax K100D S sensor size comparison Panasonic TS20 vs Pentax K100D S sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS20-vs-Pentax-K100D-Super-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Panasonic TS20 vs Pentax K100D S Screen and ViewFinder
![Panasonic TS20 vs Pentax K100D S Screen and Viewfinder comparison Panasonic TS20 vs Pentax K100D S Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS20-vs-Pentax-K100D-Super-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Panasonic TS20 vs Pentax K100D S Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 | Pentax K100D Super | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 | Pentax K100D Super |
Also Known as | Lumix DMC-FT20 | - |
Class | Waterproof | Entry-Level DSLR |
Launched | 2012-01-31 | 2007-06-28 |
Body design | Compact | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 6MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3008 x 2008 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Pentax KAF2 |
Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/3.9-5.7 | - |
Macro focus range | 5cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7" | 2.5" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 210k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 96 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1300 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.40 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | - | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | - |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | None |
Video data format | MPEG-4 | - |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 142 gr (0.31 pounds) | 646 gr (1.42 pounds) |
Dimensions | 101 x 58 x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 129 x 91 x 71mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 images | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | - | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC card |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $179 | $520 |