Panasonic TS4 vs Pentax K-30

Here, we will be evaluating the Panasonic TS4 versus Pentax K-30, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by brands Panasonic and Pentax. There is a considerable difference among the sensor resolutions of the TS4 (12MP) and K-30 (16MP) and the TS4 (1/2.3") and K-30 (APS-C) posses totally different sensor sizing.

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The TS4 was released 9 months prior to the K-30 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic TS4 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-30 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick view of how the TS4 scores versus the K-30 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 & Pentax K-30. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic TS4 Gallery & Pentax K-30 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic TS4 comes with outer measurements of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") along with a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Pentax K-30 has dimensions of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") having a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic TS4 versus Pentax K-30 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the TS4 vs the K-30.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the TS4 and K-30 is 92 and 63 respectively.

Usually, its tough to see the contrast in sensor measurements merely by checking out specs. The photograph underneath should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the TS4 and K-30.

All in all, both the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The TS4 because of its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field trickier and the Pentax K-30 will provide greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively. The older TS4 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.