Panasonic TS20 vs Pentax ist DS2

Following is a extended overview of the Panasonic TS20 vs Pentax ist DS2, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Advanced DSLR by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the TS20 (16MP) and ist DS2 (6MP) and the TS20 (1/2.3") and ist DS2 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor measurements.

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The TS20 was revealed 6 years after the ist DS2 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic TS20 being a Compact camera and the Pentax ist DS2 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the TS20 grades vs the ist DS2 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 and Pentax ist DS2. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic TS20 Gallery and Pentax ist DS2 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic TS20 has got exterior measurements of 101mm x 58mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Pentax ist DS2 has proportions of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") and a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the TS20 compared to the ist DS2.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TS20 and ist DS2 is 95 and 68 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to see the gap between sensor sizes just by reading through a spec sheet. The image underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the TS20 and ist DS2.

Clearly, each of the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The TS20 using its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Panasonic TS20 will give extra detail because of its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more modern TS20 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.