Panasonic TS25 vs Pentax K-50

In this article, we are looking at the Panasonic TS25 versus Pentax K-50, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the TS25 (16MP) and the K-50 (16MP) is fairly comparable but the TS25 (1/2.3") and K-50 (APS-C) enjoy different sensor size.

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The TS25 was launched 10 months prior to the K-50 and they are of a similar age. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic TS25 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-50 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before going in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the TS25 scores against the K-50 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25 & Pentax K-50. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic TS25 Gallery & Pentax K-50 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic TS25 offers outer dimensions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-50 has proportions of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") along with a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs).

See the Panasonic TS25 versus Pentax K-50 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use at that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the TS25 and the K-50.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the TS25 and K-50 is 95 and 63 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to picture the difference in sensor dimensions simply by checking out specifications. The pic below should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the TS25 and K-50.

Plainly, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact resolution but different sensor dimensions. The TS25 uses the smaller sensor which is going to make obtaining shallow depth of field more difficult. The more aged TS25 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.