Panasonic TS4 vs Pentax K-S2

Here is a extended overview of the Panasonic TS4 versus Pentax K-S2, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Panasonic and Pentax. There is a substantial difference between the sensor resolutions of the TS4 (12MP) and K-S2 (20MP) and the TS4 (1/2.3") and K-S2 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The TS4 was launched 4 years before the K-S2 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Panasonic TS4 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-S2 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the TS4 grades versus the K-S2 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 & Pentax K-S2. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic TS4 Gallery & Pentax K-S2 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic TS4 provides external measurements of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") and a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Pentax K-S2 has proportions of 123mm x 91mm x 73mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.9") with a weight of 678 grams (1.49 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic TS4 versus Pentax K-S2 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the TS4 compared to the K-S2.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the TS4 and K-S2 is 92 and 64 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to see the difference between sensor sizing purely by checking technical specs. The photograph underneath will help provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the TS4 and K-S2.

As you have seen, both of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The TS4 featuring a tinier sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field tougher and the Pentax K-S2 will give extra detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The older TS4 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.