Panasonic TS3 vs Pentax K-7

Its time to look more closely at the Panasonic TS3 vs Pentax K-7, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the TS3 (12MP) and the K-7 (15MP) is relatively well matched but the TS3 (1/2.3") and K-7 (APS-C) posses totally different sensor sizing.

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The TS3 was brought out 23 months after the K-7 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic TS3 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-7 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the TS3 scores against the K-7 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 and Pentax K-7. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS3 Gallery and Pentax K-7 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera, you have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic TS3 enjoys external measurements of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") with a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Pentax K-7 has dimensions of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") with a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at that moment. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the TS3 and the K-7.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the TS3 and K-7 is 92 and 60 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizes simply by looking at technical specs. The pic underneath will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the TS3 and K-7.

As you can tell, each of the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The TS3 because of its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower DOF more difficult and the Pentax K-7 will give you greater detail having its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more recent TS3 is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.