Panasonic TS30 vs Pentax K-5 IIs

Let's take a closer look at the Panasonic TS30 versus Pentax K-5 IIs, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the TS30 (16MP) and the K-5 IIs (16MP) is pretty well matched but the TS30 (1/2.3") and K-5 IIs (APS-C) boast totally different sensor measurements.

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The TS30 was revealed 20 months later than the K-5 IIs which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic TS30 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-5 IIs being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summation of how the TS30 scores against the K-5 IIs in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30 and Pentax K-5 IIs. The full galleries are available at Panasonic TS30 Gallery and Pentax K-5 IIs Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic TS30 has got outside dimensions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-5 IIs has sizing of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") and a weight of 760 grams (1.68 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic TS30 versus Pentax K-5 IIs in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the TS30 versus the K-5 IIs.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the TS30 and K-5 IIs is 95 and 60 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizing just by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph here will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the TS30 and K-5 IIs.

Clearly, the 2 cameras provide the same resolution albeit not the same sensor sizing. The TS30 offers the tinier sensor which is going to make achieving shallower depth of field more challenging. The younger TS30 will have a benefit in sensor tech.