Panasonic TS4 vs Pentax K200D
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Panasonic TS4 vs Pentax K200D 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
- Revealed January 2012
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-FT4
- Earlier Model is Panasonic TS3
- Updated by Panasonic TS5
(Full Review)
- 10MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 690g - 134 x 95 x 74mm
- Announced September 2008
- Earlier Model is Pentax K100D S
Panasonic TS4 vs Pentax K200D Overview
Its time to examine more in depth at the Panasonic TS4 vs Pentax K200D, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the TS4 (12MP) and the K200D (10MP) is relatively close but the TS4 (1/2.3") and K200D (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor size.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe TS4 was released 3 years later than the K200D and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic TS4 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K200D being a Compact SLR camera.
Before delving in to a full comparison, below is a short introduction of how the TS4 scores versus the K200D in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Panasonic TS4 vs Pentax K200D Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 & Pentax K200D. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS4 Gallery & Pentax K200D Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS4 over the Pentax K200D
TS4 | K200D | |||
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Announced | January 2012 | September 2008 | More recent by 42 months |
Reasons to pick Pentax K200D over the Panasonic TS4
K200D | TS4 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial exact focusing |
Common features in the Panasonic TS4 and Pentax K200D
TS4 | K200D | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimension | 2.7" | 2.7" | Identical screen size | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Absent Touch screen |
Panasonic TS4 vs Pentax K200D Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic TS4 offers outer dimensions of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") having a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Pentax K200D has proportions of 134mm x 95mm x 74mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 2.9") along with a weight of 690 grams (1.52 lbs).
Examine the Panasonic TS4 vs Pentax K200D in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the TS4 against the K200D.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the TS4 and K200D is 92 and 61 respectively.
Panasonic TS4 vs Pentax K200D Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very hard to visualise the difference in sensor measurements simply by researching technical specs. The graphic here may provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TS4 and K200D.
As you have seen, the two cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The TS4 due to its smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh trickier and the Panasonic TS4 will provide you with extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots much more aggressively. The younger TS4 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
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Panasonic TS4 vs Pentax K200D Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 | Pentax K200D | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 | Pentax K200D |
Also Known as | Lumix DMC-FT4 | - |
Class | Waterproof | Entry-Level DSLR |
Revealed | 2012-01-31 | 2008-09-01 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine FHD | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3872 x 2592 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 23 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Pentax KAF2 |
Lens zoom range | 28-128mm (4.6x) | - |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 96 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1300 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.60 m | 13.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | - | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | - |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | - |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 197 gr (0.43 pounds) | 690 gr (1.52 pounds) |
Dimensions | 103 x 64 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") | 134 x 95 x 74mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 64 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.4 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.4 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 561 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 310 photographs | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | - | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $399 | $600 |