Panasonic TS5 vs Pentax K-50

Let's look closer at the Panasonic TS5 and Pentax K-50, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the TS5 (16MP) and the K-50 (16MP) is relatively close but the TS5 (1/2.3") and K-50 (APS-C) have different sensor sizes.

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The TS5 was launched 4 months before the K-50 which means that they are both of a similar age. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic TS5 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-50 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the TS5 grades against the K-50 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 & Pentax K-50. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS5 Gallery & Pentax K-50 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic TS5 has got physical dimensions of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-50 has measurements of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") and a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic TS5 and Pentax K-50 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose during that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the TS5 against the K-50.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the TS5 and K-50 is 91 and 63 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizing purely by researching technical specs. The visual here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the TS5 and K-50.

As you have seen, both the cameras feature the identical MP albeit different sensor sizing. The TS5 features the smaller sensor which will make achieving shallow depth of field more challenging.