Panasonic TS5 vs Pentax K-50
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Panasonic TS5 vs Pentax K-50 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 214g - 110 x 67 x 29mm
- Announced July 2013
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FT5
- Previous Model is Panasonic TS4
- Renewed by Panasonic TS6
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 51600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 650g - 130 x 97 x 71mm
- Revealed November 2013
- Older Model is Pentax K-30
Panasonic TS5 vs Pentax K-50 Overview
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.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe 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.
Panasonic TS5 vs Pentax K-50 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS5 over the Pentax K-50
TS5 | K-50 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax K-50 over the Panasonic TS5
K-50 | TS5 | |||
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Focus manually | Very exact focusing | |||
Screen resolution | 921k | 460k | Sharper screen (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic TS5 and Pentax K-50
TS5 | K-50 | |||
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Revealed | July 2013 | November 2013 | Same age | |
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither contains Touch screen |
Panasonic TS5 vs Pentax K-50 Physical Comparison
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.
Panasonic TS5 vs Pentax K-50 Sensor Comparison
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.
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Panasonic TS5 vs Pentax K-50 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 | Pentax K-50 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 | Pentax K-50 |
Also Known as | Lumix DMC-FT5 | - |
Type | Waterproof | Entry-Level DSLR |
Announced | 2013-07-12 | 2013-11-27 |
Body design | Compact | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | PRIME M |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 23.7 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 372.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4928 x 3264 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 51600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | 11 |
Cross focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Pentax KAF2 |
Lens focal range | 28-128mm (4.6x) | - |
Max aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | - |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Total lenses | - | 151 |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 460k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | TFT LCD monitor with brightness/color adjustment and AR coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.61x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1300 secs | 1/6000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames per sec | 6.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.60 m | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync, Slow Sync+Redeye, Trailing Curtain Sync, Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30,25,24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60,50,30,25,24 fps), 640 x 424 (30,25,24 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
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 | 214 grams (0.47 pounds) | 650 grams (1.43 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 67 x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 130 x 97 x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 79 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.7 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 13.0 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 1120 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 370 images | 410 images |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | DMW-BCM13 | D-LI109 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $350 | $610 |