Panasonic TS3 vs Pentax K10D

On this page, we will be comparing the Panasonic TS3 and Pentax K10D, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the TS3 (12MP) and the K10D (10MP) is relatively similar but the TS3 (1/2.3") and K10D (APS-C) boast totally different sensor measurements.

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The TS3 was introduced 4 years after the K10D which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic TS3 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K10D being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving into a full comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the TS3 scores vs the K10D in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 and Pentax K10D. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic TS3 Gallery and Pentax K10D Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic TS3 offers physical dimensions of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") having a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Pentax K10D has dimensions of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") along with a weight of 793 grams (1.75 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic TS3 and Pentax K10D in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the TS3 vs the K10D.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TS3 and K10D is 92 and 59 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizes purely by reviewing specs. The image underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the TS3 and K10D.

All in all, both of the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The TS3 using its tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh trickier and the Panasonic TS3 will deliver extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more recent TS3 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.