Panasonic TS6 vs Pentax K-5

Lets look much closer at the Panasonic TS6 versus Pentax K-5, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the TS6 (16MP) and the K-5 (16MP) is pretty similar but the TS6 (1/2.3") and K-5 (APS-C) enjoy different sensor dimensions.

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The TS6 was announced 4 years later than the K-5 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic TS6 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-5 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the TS6 grades against the K-5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 & Pentax K-5. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic TS6 Gallery & Pentax K-5 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic TS6 has got exterior dimensions of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-5 has proportions of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") with a weight of 740 grams (1.63 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the TS6 and the K-5.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the TS6 and K-5 is 91 and 60 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to imagine the difference between sensor measurements only by reading specifications. The visual here will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TS6 and K-5.

To sum up, both of those cameras offer the same exact resolution albeit different sensor measurements. The TS6 has the tinier sensor which should make obtaining shallower depth of field more difficult. The newer TS6 should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.