Panasonic TS5 vs Pentax K-7

The following is a extensive assessment of the Panasonic TS5 versus Pentax K-7, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Advanced DSLR by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the TS5 (16MP) and the K-7 (15MP) is fairly well matched but the TS5 (1/2.3") and K-7 (APS-C) use different sensor sizing.

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The TS5 was launched 3 years after the K-7 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic TS5 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-7 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the TS5 matches up against the K-7 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 and Pentax K-7. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS5 Gallery and Pentax K-7 Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic TS5 enjoys external measurements of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-7 has dimensions of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") and a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic TS5 versus Pentax K-7 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the TS5 and the K-7.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TS5 and K-7 is 91 and 60 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reading through a spec sheet. The picture here should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the TS5 and K-7.

As you can see, each of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The TS5 because of its tinier sensor is going to make shooting bokeh more challenging and the Panasonic TS5 will give extra detail utilizing its extra 1MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images a little more aggressively. The more recent TS5 should have a benefit in sensor innovation.