Panasonic TS4 vs Pentax K-7

Here, we will be looking at the Panasonic TS4 versus Pentax K-7, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the TS4 (12MP) and the K-7 (15MP) is relatively similar but the TS4 (1/2.3") and K-7 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The TS4 was released 2 years after the K-7 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic TS4 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-7 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a concise overview of how the TS4 matches up vs the K-7 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 & Pentax K-7. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS4 Gallery & Pentax K-7 Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic TS4 has got physical dimensions of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Pentax K-7 has specifications of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic TS4 versus Pentax K-7 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have at that moment. Below is a front view size comparison of the TS4 against the K-7.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the TS4 and K-7 is 92 and 60 respectively.

Often, its difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizes only by reading specifications. The pic below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the TS4 and K-7.

To sum up, the 2 cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The TS4 featuring a tinier sensor will make achieving shallow DOF harder and the Pentax K-7 will offer you greater detail as a result of its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The fresher TS4 is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.