Panasonic TS4 vs Pentax K-50
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Panasonic TS4 vs Pentax K-50 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 197g - 103 x 64 x 27mm
- Announced January 2012
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FT4
- Earlier Model is Panasonic TS3
- Successor is Panasonic TS5
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 51600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 650g - 130 x 97 x 71mm
- Introduced November 2013
- Replaced the Pentax K-30
Panasonic TS4 vs Pentax K-50 Overview
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.
Photography GlossaryThe 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.
Panasonic TS4 vs Pentax K-50 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS4 over the Pentax K-50
TS4 | K-50 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax K-50 over the Panasonic TS4
K-50 | TS4 | |||
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Introduced | November 2013 | January 2012 | Newer by 22 months | |
Focus manually | Very accurate focus | |||
Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 230k | Sharper screen (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic TS4 and Pentax K-50
TS4 | K-50 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | No Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic TS4 vs Pentax K-50 Physical Comparison
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).
Check the Panasonic TS4 versus Pentax K-50 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.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.
Panasonic TS4 vs Pentax K-50 Sensor Comparison
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.
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Panasonic TS4 vs Pentax K-50 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 | Pentax K-50 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 | Pentax K-50 |
Otherwise known as | Lumix DMC-FT4 | - |
Type | Waterproof | Entry-Level DSLR |
Announced | 2012-01-31 | 2013-11-27 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine FHD | PRIME M |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 23.7 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 372.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4928 x 3264 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 51600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 23 | 11 |
Cross type focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Pentax KAF2 |
Lens zoom range | 28-128mm (4.6x) | - |
Max aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | - |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 151 |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | TFT LCD monitor with brightness/color adjustment and AR coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.61x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1300s | 1/6000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.0fps | 6.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.60 m | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync, Slow Sync+Redeye, Trailing Curtain Sync, Wireless |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30,25,24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60,50,30,25,24 fps), 640 x 424 (30,25,24 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 197 grams (0.43 lb) | 650 grams (1.43 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 64 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") | 130 x 97 x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 79 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.7 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 13.0 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1120 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 310 shots | 410 shots |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | D-LI109 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $399 | $610 |