Canon 1100D vs Pentax K-r

The following is a in-depth review of the Canon 1100D versus Pentax K-r, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by rivals Canon and Pentax. The image resolution of the 1100D (12MP) and the K-r (12MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The 1100D was unveiled 2 months after the K-r so they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact SLR).

Before diving into a full comparison, here is a short summary of how the 1100D scores vs the K-r in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS 1100D & Pentax K-r. The full galleries are viewable at Canon 1100D Gallery & Pentax K-r Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and size. The Canon 1100D has got physical measurements of 130mm x 100mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.9" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs) and the Pentax K-r has specifications of 125mm x 97mm x 68mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.7") having a weight of 598 grams (1.32 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using during that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the 1100D compared to the K-r.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 1100D and K-r is 67 and 67 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to see the difference in sensor dimensions merely by going through specs. The pic here will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the 1100D and K-r.

All in all, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution so you can expect comparable quality of photographs although you might want to take the age of the cameras into account.