Panasonic TS25 vs Pentax 645D

Below is a complete overview of the Panasonic TS25 vs Pentax 645D, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Pro DSLR by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the TS25 (16MP) and 645D (40MP) and the TS25 (1/2.3") and 645D (Medium format) possess different sensor size.

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The TS25 was revealed 2 years later than the 645D and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic TS25 being a Compact camera and the Pentax 645D being a Large SLR camera.

Before we go through a more detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the TS25 scores vs the 645D in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25 and Pentax 645D. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS25 Gallery and Pentax 645D Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic TS25 has external dimensions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Pentax 645D has proportions of 156mm x 117mm x 119mm (6.1" x 4.6" x 4.7") having a weight of 1480 grams (3.26 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using during that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the TS25 against the 645D.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the TS25 and 645D is 95 and 50 respectively.

Often, its difficult to imagine the difference between sensor measurements simply by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the TS25 and 645D.

As you can see, each of these cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The TS25 with its tinier sensor is going to make achieving bokeh harder and the Pentax 645D will give more detail because of its extra 24MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The younger TS25 should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.