Panasonic TS6 vs Pentax ist DL2
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Panasonic TS6 vs Pentax ist DL2 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
- Introduced January 2015
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FT6
- Older Model is Panasonic TS5
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 3200
- Pentax KAF Mount
- 565g - 125 x 93 x 66mm
- Released January 2006
Panasonic TS6 vs Pentax ist DL2 Overview
Lets take a more detailed look at the Panasonic TS6 vs Pentax ist DL2, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the TS6 (16MP) and ist DL2 (6MP) and the TS6 (1/2.3") and ist DL2 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor measurements.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe TS6 was announced 9 years later than the ist DL2 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic TS6 being a Compact camera and the Pentax ist DL2 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before going in to a complete comparison, below is a short overview of how the TS6 grades vs the ist DL2 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Reasons to pick Panasonic TS6 over the Pentax ist DL2
TS6 | ist DL2 | |||
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Released | January 2015 | January 2006 | Fresher by 109 months | |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 210k | Crisper display (+250k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax ist DL2 over the Panasonic TS6
ist DL2 | TS6 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial accurate focus |
Common features in the Panasonic TS6 and Pentax ist DL2
TS6 | ist DL2 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Panasonic TS6 vs Pentax ist DL2 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic TS6 comes with outside dimensions of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Pentax ist DL2 has proportions of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") with a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs).
Check out the Panasonic TS6 vs Pentax ist DL2 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the TS6 against the ist DL2.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TS6 and ist DL2 is 91 and 69 respectively.
Panasonic TS6 vs Pentax ist DL2 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizing merely by looking through specs. The photograph underneath should offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the TS6 and ist DL2.
All in all, the two cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The TS6 with its smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh harder and the Panasonic TS6 will provide you with more detail with its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos far more aggressively. The younger TS6 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.
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Panasonic TS6 vs Pentax ist DL2 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 | Pentax ist DL2 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 | Pentax ist DL2 |
Also Known as | Lumix DMC-FT6 | - |
Class | Waterproof | Advanced DSLR |
Introduced | 2015-01-06 | 2006-01-27 |
Body design | Compact | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 6 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3008 x 2008 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 23 | 5 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Pentax KAF |
Lens zoom range | 28-128mm (4.6x) | - |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 2.5" |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dot | 210 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Optical |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 95% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1300 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.60 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
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) | - |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | - |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | - |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | No |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 214 gr (0.47 lbs) | 565 gr (1.25 lbs) |
Dimensions | 110 x 67 x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 125 x 93 x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 65 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.9 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.1 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 639 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 370 pictures | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | - | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/MMC card |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $300 | - |