Panasonic TS6 vs Pentax K-S1

Let's look a little more in depth at the Panasonic TS6 versus Pentax K-S1, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the TS6 (16MP) and the K-S1 (20MP) is fairly close but the TS6 (1/2.3") and K-S1 (APS-C) have different sensor sizes.

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The TS6 was unveiled 5 months after the K-S1 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic TS6 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-S1 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summation of how the TS6 scores versus the K-S1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 and Pentax K-S1. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic TS6 Gallery and Pentax K-S1 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic TS6 has physical measurements of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Pentax K-S1 has dimensions of 121mm x 93mm x 70mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 558 grams (1.23 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic TS6 versus Pentax K-S1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the TS6 vs the K-S1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TS6 and K-S1 is 91 and 69 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes purely by looking through specifications. The pic underneath may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the TS6 and K-S1.

Plainly, both of these cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The TS6 having a smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Pentax K-S1 will provide you with greater detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively.