Panasonic TS5 vs Pentax K20D

Here, we are comparing the Panasonic TS5 and Pentax K20D, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the TS5 (16MP) and the K20D (15MP) is fairly comparable but the TS5 (1/2.3") and K20D (APS-C) have different sensor sizing.

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The TS5 was unveiled 5 years later than the K20D and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic TS5 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K20D being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a short view of how the TS5 grades versus the K20D with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 and Pentax K20D. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS5 Gallery and Pentax K20D Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic TS5 has got outer 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 K20D has proportions of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") with a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

Check the Panasonic TS5 and Pentax K20D in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the TS5 versus the K20D.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the TS5 and K20D is 91 and 59 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to visualize the gap in sensor measurements just by seeing specs. The visual below will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the TS5 and K20D.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The TS5 having a smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF more challenging and the Panasonic TS5 will provide greater detail having an extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more modern TS5 provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.