Panasonic TS30 vs Pentax ist DL2

On this page, we will be reviewing the Panasonic TS30 vs Pentax ist DL2, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the TS30 (16MP) and ist DL2 (6MP) and the TS30 (1/2.3") and ist DL2 (APS-C) have different sensor dimensions.

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The TS30 was launched 9 years later than the ist DL2 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic TS30 being a Compact camera and the Pentax ist DL2 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the TS30 matches up versus the ist DL2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30 & Pentax ist DL2. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS30 Gallery & Pentax ist DL2 Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera often, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic TS30 offers physical dimensions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Pentax ist DL2 has dimensions of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") and a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the TS30 versus the ist DL2.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the TS30 and ist DL2 is 95 and 69 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to visualize the difference between sensor measurements just by reading through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the TS30 and ist DL2.

Clearly, both of those cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The TS30 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF harder and the Panasonic TS30 will give you extra detail utilizing its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The fresher TS30 should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.