Panasonic TS30 vs Pentax K100D

Below, we are analyzing the Panasonic TS30 versus Pentax K100D, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the TS30 (16MP) and K100D (6MP) and the TS30 (1/2.3") and K100D (APS-C) possess totally different sensor dimensions.

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The TS30 was revealed 8 years later than the K100D and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic TS30 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K100D being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving through a in depth comparison, below is a brief overview of how the TS30 grades vs the K100D with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30 and Pentax K100D. The full galleries are available at Panasonic TS30 Gallery and Pentax K100D Gallery.

For anybody who is going to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic TS30 comes with physical measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Pentax K100D has sizing of 129mm x 93mm x 70mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.8") having a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic TS30 versus Pentax K100D in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have during that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the TS30 versus the K100D.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the TS30 and K100D is 95 and 64 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to visualise the difference between sensor measurements only by reading through technical specs. The photograph underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the TS30 and K100D.

As you can tell, both the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The TS30 with its tinier sensor will make getting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Panasonic TS30 will give you extra detail because of its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images much more aggressively. The more modern TS30 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.