Panasonic TS3 vs Pentax K-S2

Here is a thorough comparison of the Panasonic TS3 and Pentax K-S2, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the TS3 (12MP) and K-S2 (20MP) and the TS3 (1/2.3") and K-S2 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The TS3 was launched 4 years prior to the K-S2 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Panasonic TS3 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-S2 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving right into a thorough comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the TS3 matches up versus the K-S2 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 & Pentax K-S2. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic TS3 Gallery & Pentax K-S2 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera, you have to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic TS3 comes with physical dimensions 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-S2 has specifications of 123mm x 91mm x 73mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.9") having a weight of 678 grams (1.49 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the TS3 vs the K-S2.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the TS3 and K-S2 is 92 and 64 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to envision the difference between sensor sizing just by reading specifications. The photograph below might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the TS3 and K-S2.

Plainly, each of the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The TS3 due to its tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh harder and the Pentax K-S2 will deliver extra detail utilizing its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics more aggressively. The older TS3 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.