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Panasonic TS30 vs Pentax K-x

Portability
95
Imaging
40
Features
31
Overall
36
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30 front
 
Pentax K-x front
Portability
69
Imaging
52
Features
47
Overall
50

Panasonic TS30 vs Pentax K-x Key Specs

Panasonic TS30
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
  • 142g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
  • Released January 2015
  • Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-FT30
Pentax K-x
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400 (Bump to 12800)
  • Sensor based Image Stabilization
  • 1/6000s Max Shutter
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • Pentax KAF2 Mount
  • 580g - 123 x 92 x 68mm
  • Revealed December 2009
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Panasonic TS30 vs Pentax K-x Overview

Below, we will be contrasting the Panasonic TS30 vs Pentax K-x, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the TS30 (16MP) and K-x (12MP) and the TS30 (1/2.3") and K-x (APS-C) use different sensor size.

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The TS30 was introduced 5 years after the K-x which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic TS30 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-x being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the TS30 scores vs the K-x when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic TS30 over the Pentax K-x

 TS30 K-x 
RevealedJanuary 2015December 2009Newer by 62 months

Reasons to pick Pentax K-x over the Panasonic TS30

 K-x TS30 
Manual focus Dial exact focus

Common features in the Panasonic TS30 and Pentax K-x

 TS30 K-x 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimension2.7"2.7"Identical screen size
Screen resolution230k230kThe same screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither comes with selfie screen
Touch screen Missing Touch screen

Panasonic TS30 vs Pentax K-x Physical Comparison

For those who are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic TS30 comes with exterior measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-x has proportions of 123mm x 92mm x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") accompanied by a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic TS30 vs Pentax K-x in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at the time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the TS30 versus the K-x.

Panasonic TS30 vs Pentax K-x size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TS30 and K-x is 95 and 69 respectively.

Panasonic TS30 vs Pentax K-x top view buttons comparison

Panasonic TS30 vs Pentax K-x Sensor Comparison

Typically, it can be tough to picture the difference in sensor dimensions only by looking through technical specs. The picture here might give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the TS30 and K-x.

As you can tell, both of those cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The TS30 having a smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF tougher and the Panasonic TS30 will provide you with more detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots much more aggressively. The newer TS30 provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.

Panasonic TS30 vs Pentax K-x sensor size comparison

Panasonic TS30 vs Pentax K-x Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic TS30 vs Pentax K-x Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Panasonic TS30 Portrait photography highlights
Pentax K-x Portrait photography highlights
35
good MP (16MP)
features face detect focusing
focusing manually not possible
lack of manual exposure
no external flash support
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
63
focusing manually
good sensor size (APS-C)
has face detect focusing
saves RAW files
MP count low (12MP)
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Panasonic TS30
Street photography with Pentax K-x
67
image stabilization (Optical)
environment sealing
lighter than others (142g)
no moving screen
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
67
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
good sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW files
screen does not articulate
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Sports Comparison

Panasonic TS30 Sports photography highlights
Pentax K-x Sports photography highlights
42
image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (16MP)
features tracking focus
environment sealing
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,300s)
continuous shooting slow (1.3 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
61
high shutter speed (1/6,000s)
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
good sensor size (APS-C)
good battery (1,900 per charge)
supports phase detect AF
continuous shooting slow (5.0 frames/s)
MP count low (12 megapixels)
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Panasonic TS30
Travel photography with Pentax K-x
74
lighter than others (142g)
environment sealing
good MP (16MP)
built-in flash
fairly wide (25mm)
display isn't selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
54
good battery (1,900 CIPA)
has built in flash
does not have Timelapse recording
MP count low (12MP)
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Panasonic TS30 as a Landscape photography camera
Pentax K-x as a Landscape photography camera
43
fairly wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (16 megapixels)
environment sealing
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
screen is small (2.7 inch)
lack of manual exposure
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
61
focusing manually
interchangeable lenses (Pentax KAF2 mount)
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
good sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW files
good battery (1,900 shots)
screen is small (2.7 inches)
MP count low (12MP)
does not have Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic TS30 Vlogging details
Pentax K-x Vlogging details
33
fairly wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
features face detect focusing
lighter than others (142g)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
display isn't selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have microphone socket
27
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
has face detect focusing
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have microphone support
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Panasonic TS30 vs Pentax K-x Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic TS30 and Pentax K-x
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30Pentax K-x
General Information
Brand Panasonic Pentax
Model Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30 Pentax K-x
Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FT30 -
Type Waterproof Entry-Level DSLR
Released 2015-01-06 2009-12-23
Physical type Compact Compact SLR
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - Prime
Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" APS-C
Sensor measurements 6.08 x 4.56mm 23.6 x 15.8mm
Sensor area 27.7mm² 372.9mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2
Full resolution 4608 x 3456 4288 x 2848
Max native ISO 1600 6400
Max boosted ISO 6400 12800
Minimum native ISO 100 100
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Number of focus points 23 11
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens Pentax KAF2
Lens focal range 25-100mm (4.0x) -
Largest aperture f/3.9-5.7 -
Macro focus range 5cm -
Total lenses - 151
Focal length multiplier 5.9 1.5
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.7 inches 2.7 inches
Display resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Display tech - TFT LCD monitor
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None Optical (pentamirror)
Viewfinder coverage - 96 percent
Viewfinder magnification - 0.57x
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8 secs 30 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/1300 secs 1/6000 secs
Continuous shooting rate 1.3 frames/s 5.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 4.40 m 16.00 m
Flash modes Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear curtain, Wireless
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Maximum flash synchronize - 1/180 secs
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 416 (24 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format MPEG-4 Motion JPEG
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 142 grams (0.31 pounds) 580 grams (1.28 pounds)
Dimensions 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") 123 x 92 x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested 72
DXO Color Depth score not tested 22.8
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 12.5
DXO Low light score not tested 811
Other
Battery life 250 photographs 1900 photographs
Battery style Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model - 4 x AA
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 12 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SD/SDHC card
Card slots Single Single
Retail price $180 $600