Panasonic TS3 vs Pentax K-S1

Its time to examine more closely at the Panasonic TS3 versus Pentax K-S1, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a noticeable gap between the image resolutions of the TS3 (12MP) and K-S1 (20MP) and the TS3 (1/2.3") and K-S1 (APS-C) enjoy different sensor dimensions.

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The TS3 was introduced 4 years before the K-S1 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic TS3 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-S1 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before diving through a detailed comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the TS3 scores versus the K-S1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 & Pentax K-S1. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic TS3 Gallery & Pentax K-S1 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic TS3 comes with exterior measurements of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") with a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-S1 has measurements of 121mm x 93mm x 70mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 2.8") with a weight of 558 grams (1.23 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic TS3 versus Pentax K-S1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the TS3 against the K-S1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TS3 and K-S1 is 92 and 69 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reading specifications. The picture below may provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the TS3 and K-S1.

Plainly, each of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The TS3 using its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field more challenging and the Pentax K-S1 will offer you extra detail using its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged TS3 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.