Panasonic TS4 vs Pentax K-50

On this page, we will be analyzing the Panasonic TS4 versus Pentax K-50, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the TS4 (12MP) and K-50 (16MP) and the TS4 (1/2.3") and K-50 (APS-C) posses totally different sensor sizing.

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The TS4 was introduced 22 months before the K-50 which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic TS4 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-50 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the TS4 grades vs the K-50 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 and Pentax K-50. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS4 Gallery and Pentax K-50 Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic TS4 features exterior measurements of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") with a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Pentax K-50 has proportions of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") and a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at the time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the TS4 versus the K-50.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the TS4 and K-50 is 92 and 63 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to envision the difference in sensor dimensions just by viewing a spec sheet. The picture below will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the TS4 and K-50.

As you can see, both of those cameras have different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The TS4 having a smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh tougher and the Pentax K-50 will render extra detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged TS4 will be behind in sensor innovation.