Panasonic TS30 vs Pentax ist DL2
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Panasonic TS30 vs Pentax ist DL2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 142g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
- Launched January 2015
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-FT30
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 3200
- Pentax KAF Mount
- 565g - 125 x 93 x 66mm
- Released January 2006
Panasonic TS30 vs Pentax ist DL2 Overview
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.
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe 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.
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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.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS30 over the Pentax ist DL2
TS30 | ist DL2 | |||
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Released | January 2015 | January 2006 | More recent by 109 months | |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 210k | Clearer screen (+20k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax ist DL2 over the Panasonic TS30
ist DL2 | TS30 | |||
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Manual focus | Very accurate focusing |
Common features in the Panasonic TS30 and Pentax ist DL2
TS30 | ist DL2 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic TS30 vs Pentax ist DL2 Physical Comparison
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).
See the Panasonic TS30 vs Pentax ist DL2 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.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.
Panasonic TS30 vs Pentax ist DL2 Sensor Comparison
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.
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Panasonic TS30 vs Pentax ist DL2 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30 | Pentax ist DL2 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30 | Pentax ist DL2 |
Also called | Lumix DMC-FT30 | - |
Class | Waterproof | Advanced DSLR |
Launched | 2015-01-06 | 2006-01-27 |
Body design | Compact | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 6 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3008 x 2008 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Max enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 23 | 5 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Pentax KAF |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | - |
Maximum aperture | f/3.9-5.7 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 151 |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.5 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 210 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Optical |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 95% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1300s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.3fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.40 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | - |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | - |
Video format | MPEG-4 | - |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | No |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 142 gr (0.31 lb) | 565 gr (1.25 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 125 x 93 x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 65 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.9 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.1 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 639 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 images | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | - | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/MMC card |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $180 | - |