Panasonic TS5 vs Pentax K-S2

The following is a complete overview of the Panasonic TS5 and Pentax K-S2, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the TS5 (16MP) and the K-S2 (20MP) is very well matched but the TS5 (1/2.3") and K-S2 (APS-C) offer different sensor dimensions.

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The TS5 was introduced 19 months prior to the K-S2 making them a generation away from each other. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic TS5 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-S2 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the TS5 scores vs the K-S2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 and Pentax K-S2. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic TS5 Gallery and Pentax K-S2 Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera often, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic TS5 features exterior 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) while the Pentax K-S2 has measurements of 123mm x 91mm x 73mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.9") with a weight of 678 grams (1.49 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic TS5 and Pentax K-S2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the TS5 compared to the K-S2.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the TS5 and K-S2 is 91 and 64 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions purely by looking at a spec sheet. The picture underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the TS5 and K-S2.

As you can see, both of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The TS5 having a tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF harder and the Pentax K-S2 will give greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged TS5 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.