Panasonic TS5 vs Pentax K-30

Lets look a bit more in depth at the Panasonic TS5 versus Pentax K-30, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the TS5 (16MP) and the K-30 (16MP) is relatively comparable but the TS5 (1/2.3") and K-30 (APS-C) provide different sensor dimensions.

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The TS5 was announced 9 months after the K-30 and they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic TS5 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-30 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the TS5 scores versus the K-30 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 and Pentax K-30. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic TS5 Gallery and Pentax K-30 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic TS5 has got outside dimensions of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-30 has specifications of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic TS5 versus Pentax K-30 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the TS5 and the K-30.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the TS5 and K-30 is 91 and 63 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes purely by checking out specifications. The image underneath will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TS5 and K-30.

To sum up, both of these cameras have the same MP albeit different sensor sizes. The TS5 uses the smaller sensor which will make achieving shallow DOF harder. The fresher TS5 provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.