Panasonic TS4 vs Pentax K-70
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Panasonic TS4 vs Pentax K-70 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 197g - 103 x 64 x 27mm
- Revealed January 2012
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FT4
- Replaced the Panasonic TS3
- Replacement is Panasonic TS5
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 102400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 688g - 126 x 93 x 74mm
- Introduced June 2016
- Updated by Pentax KF
Panasonic TS4 vs Pentax K-70 Overview
Here, we will be comparing the Panasonic TS4 versus Pentax K-70, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the TS4 (12MP) and K-70 (24MP) and the TS4 (1/2.3") and K-70 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor measurements.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe TS4 was manufactured 5 years before the K-70 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic TS4 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-70 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a short summation of how the TS4 matches up vs the K-70 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic TS4 vs Pentax K-70 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 and Pentax K-70. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS4 Gallery and Pentax K-70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS4 over the Pentax K-70
TS4 | K-70 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax K-70 over the Panasonic TS4
K-70 | TS4 | |||
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Introduced | June 2016 | January 2012 | Newer by 53 months | |
Focus manually | Very precise focusing | |||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 230k | Crisper screen (+691k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Common features in the Panasonic TS4 and Pentax K-70
TS4 | K-70 | |||
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Touch screen | Neither comes with Touch screen |
Panasonic TS4 vs Pentax K-70 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic TS4 comes with 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) whilst the Pentax K-70 has proportions of 126mm x 93mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.9") with a weight of 688 grams (1.52 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic TS4 versus Pentax K-70 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the TS4 compared to the K-70.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the TS4 and K-70 is 92 and 62 respectively.
Panasonic TS4 vs Pentax K-70 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be hard to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions merely by seeing technical specs. The picture underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the TS4 and K-70.
As you have seen, both cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The TS4 featuring a smaller sensor will make achieving shallow DOF more challenging and the Pentax K-70 will show greater detail due to its extra 12 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged TS4 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
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Panasonic TS4 vs Pentax K-70 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 | Pentax K-70 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 | Pentax K-70 |
Also called | Lumix DMC-FT4 | - |
Type | Waterproof | Entry-Level DSLR |
Revealed | 2012-01-31 | 2016-06-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine FHD | PRIME MII |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 6000 x 4000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 102400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | 11 |
Cross focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Pentax KAF2 |
Lens focal range | 28-128mm (4.6x) | - |
Largest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | - |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 151 |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.63x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1300 secs | 1/6000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 4.0fps | 6.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.60 m | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, flash on, flash + redeye reduction, slow sync, trailing curtain sync, manual |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 197 grams (0.43 pounds) | 688 grams (1.52 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 64 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") | 126 x 93 x 74mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 310 images | 410 images |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 secs, continuous) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $399 | $649 |