Panasonic TS3 vs Pentax K-01
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Panasonic TS3 vs Pentax K-01 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 197g - 103 x 64 x 27mm
- Revealed August 2011
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-FT3
- Superseded the Panasonic TS2
- Replacement is Panasonic TS4
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Push to 25600)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 561g - 122 x 79 x 58mm
- Released May 2012
Panasonic TS3 vs Pentax K-01 Overview
On this page, we will be matching up the Panasonic TS3 and Pentax K-01, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a sizable gap between the sensor resolutions of the TS3 (12MP) and K-01 (16MP) and the TS3 (1/2.3") and K-01 (APS-C) have different sensor size.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe TS3 was brought out 9 months prior to the K-01 and they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic TS3 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-01 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a brief view of how the TS3 matches up versus the K-01 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic TS3 vs Pentax K-01 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 & Pentax K-01. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic TS3 Gallery & Pentax K-01 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS3 over the Pentax K-01
TS3 | K-01 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax K-01 over the Panasonic TS3
K-01 | TS3 | |||
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Released | May 2012 | August 2011 | Newer by 9 months | |
Manual focus | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 230k | Crisper screen (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic TS3 and Pentax K-01
TS3 | K-01 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither contains Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic TS3 vs Pentax K-01 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera often, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic TS3 has got external dimensions of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") and a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Pentax K-01 has sizing of 122mm x 79mm x 58mm (4.8" x 3.1" x 2.3") having a weight of 561 grams (1.24 lbs).
Compare the Panasonic TS3 and Pentax K-01 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the TS3 versus the K-01.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TS3 and K-01 is 92 and 76 respectively.
Panasonic TS3 vs Pentax K-01 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its tough to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic below will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the TS3 and K-01.
Clearly, the 2 cameras have different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The TS3 due to its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field harder and the Pentax K-01 will deliver more detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged TS3 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.
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Panasonic TS3 vs Pentax K-01 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 | Pentax K-01 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 | Pentax K-01 |
Also called as | Lumix DMC-FT3 | - |
Category | Waterproof | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2011-08-16 | 2012-05-30 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Venus Engine FHD | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 23.7 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 372.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4928 x 3264 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 81 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Pentax KAF2 |
Lens focal range | 28-128mm (4.6x) | - |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | - |
Macro focus range | 5cm | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | TFT LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/1300 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.0fps | 6.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.60 m | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow-speed Sync, Trailing Curtain Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | - | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps),1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25, 24 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25, 24 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 197 grams (0.43 lbs) | 561 grams (1.24 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 64 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") | 122 x 79 x 58mm (4.8" x 3.1" x 2.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 79 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.7 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.9 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 1135 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 310 images | 540 images |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | D-LI90 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $380 | $899 |