Panasonic TS6 vs Pentax K-S2

Below is a thorough comparison of the Panasonic TS6 versus Pentax K-S2, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the TS6 (16MP) and the K-S2 (20MP) is fairly close but the TS6 (1/2.3") and K-S2 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The TS6 was manufactured within a month of the K-S2 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic TS6 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-S2 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting in to a complete comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the TS6 matches up against the K-S2 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 and Pentax K-S2. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic TS6 Gallery and Pentax K-S2 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic TS6 enjoys outside dimensions of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Pentax K-S2 has specifications of 123mm x 91mm x 73mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.9") along with a weight of 678 grams (1.49 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the TS6 against the K-S2.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the TS6 and K-S2 is 91 and 64 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements just by looking through specifications. The photograph below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the TS6 and K-S2.

Plainly, each of these cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The TS6 featuring a smaller sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field tougher and the Pentax K-S2 will render more detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics somewhat more aggressively.