Panasonic TS3 vs Pentax K-5 II

Following is a detailed analysis of the Panasonic TS3 versus Pentax K-5 II, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the TS3 (12MP) and K-5 II (16MP) and the TS3 (1/2.3") and K-5 II (APS-C) offer different sensor size.

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The TS3 was announced 21 months before the K-5 II which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic TS3 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-5 II being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the TS3 grades against the K-5 II in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 & Pentax K-5 II. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic TS3 Gallery & Pentax K-5 II Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic TS3 has external measurements of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Pentax K-5 II has dimensions of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") along with a weight of 760 grams (1.68 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select during that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the TS3 versus the K-5 II.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the TS3 and K-5 II is 92 and 60 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes just by reading through a spec sheet. The image underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the TS3 and K-5 II.

Clearly, both of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The TS3 having a tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF harder and the Pentax K-5 II will resolve extra detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged TS3 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.