Panasonic TS6 vs Pentax KP
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Panasonic TS6 vs Pentax KP 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
- Released January 2015
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FT6
- Replaced the Panasonic TS5
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- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 819200
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 703g - 132 x 101 x 76mm
- Launched January 2017
Panasonic TS6 vs Pentax KP Overview
Following is a complete review of the Panasonic TS6 and Pentax KP, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the TS6 (16MP) and KP (24MP) and the TS6 (1/2.3") and KP (APS-C) provide different sensor sizing.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe TS6 was announced 3 years earlier than the KP which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic TS6 being a Compact camera and the Pentax KP being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before getting into a in depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the TS6 grades against the KP with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic TS6 vs Pentax KP Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 and Pentax KP. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS6 Gallery and Pentax KP Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS6 over the Pentax KP
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Reasons to pick Pentax KP over the Panasonic TS6
KP | TS6 | |||
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Launched | January 2017 | January 2015 | More modern by 25 months | |
Focus manually | Dial exact focus | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 460k | Clearer screen (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic TS6 and Pentax KP
TS6 | KP | |||
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Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen measurement | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither offers Touch screen |
Panasonic TS6 vs Pentax KP Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic TS6 offers external dimensions 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 KP has sizing of 132mm x 101mm x 76mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.0") along with a weight of 703 grams (1.55 lbs).
Check out the Panasonic TS6 and Pentax KP in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the TS6 against the KP.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the TS6 and KP is 91 and 61 respectively.
Panasonic TS6 vs Pentax KP Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizes simply by researching technical specs. The image underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TS6 and KP.
As you have seen, both of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The TS6 having a smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Pentax KP will result in greater detail with its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged TS6 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
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Panasonic TS6 vs Pentax KP Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 | Pentax KP | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 | Pentax KP |
Also referred to as | Lumix DMC-FT6 | - |
Type | Waterproof | Advanced DSLR |
Released | 2015-01-06 | 2017-01-26 |
Body design | Compact | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | PRIME IV |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 24MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 6016 x 4000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 819200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 23 | 27 |
Cross type focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | 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 |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 460k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.63x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1300 seconds | 1/6000 seconds |
Max quiet shutter speed | - | 1/24000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames/s | 7.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.60 m | 6.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, flash on w/redeye reduction, slow sync, trailing curtain sync, manual, wireless |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 214 gr (0.47 pounds) | 703 gr (1.55 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 67 x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 132 x 101 x 76mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 370 pictures | 390 pictures |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | D-LI109 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I supported) |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $300 | $747 |