Panasonic TS6 vs Pentax K-30
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Panasonic TS6 vs Pentax K-30 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 January 2015
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FT6
- Earlier Model is Panasonic TS5
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Expand to 25600)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 650g - 130 x 97 x 71mm
- Revealed October 2012
- Updated by Pentax K-50
Panasonic TS6 vs Pentax K-30 Overview
In this write-up, we will be looking at the Panasonic TS6 and Pentax K-30, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the TS6 (16MP) and the K-30 (16MP) is pretty similar but the TS6 (1/2.3") and K-30 (APS-C) use totally different sensor measurements.
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe TS6 was brought out 2 years later than the K-30 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic TS6 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-30 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before going straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the TS6 grades against the K-30 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic TS6 vs Pentax K-30 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 and Pentax K-30. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic TS6 Gallery and Pentax K-30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS6 over the Pentax K-30
TS6 | K-30 | |||
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Revealed | January 2015 | October 2012 | Fresher by 27 months |
Reasons to pick Pentax K-30 over the Panasonic TS6
K-30 | TS6 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Screen resolution | 921k | 460k | Sharper screen (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic TS6 and Pentax K-30
TS6 | K-30 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen measurements | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic TS6 vs Pentax K-30 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic TS6 provides exterior 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 K-30 has measurements of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs).
Check out the Panasonic TS6 and Pentax K-30 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at the time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the TS6 and the K-30.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the TS6 and K-30 is 91 and 63 respectively.
Panasonic TS6 vs Pentax K-30 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizing purely by going over a spec sheet. The photograph underneath may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the TS6 and K-30.
Clearly, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact MP albeit not the same sensor sizing. The TS6 has the tinier sensor which is going to make getting bokeh tougher. The more recent TS6 will have an edge in sensor tech.
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Panasonic TS6 vs Pentax K-30 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 | Pentax K-30 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 | Pentax K-30 |
Also referred to as | Lumix DMC-FT6 | - |
Class | Waterproof | Advanced DSLR |
Announced | 2015-01-06 | 2012-10-29 |
Body design | Compact | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | 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 surface area | 27.7mm² | 372.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4928 x 3264 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 23 | 11 |
Cross type focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Pentax KAF2 |
Lens zoom range | 28-128mm (4.6x) | - |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | - |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD monitor with brightness/color adjustment and AR coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.61x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1300 seconds | 1/6000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames per sec | 6.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.60 m | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off | 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 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
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) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 214g (0.47 lbs) | 650g (1.43 lbs) |
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 rating | not tested | 79 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.7 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 13.0 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1129 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 370 photos | 410 photos |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | D-LI109,4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $300 | $525 |