Canon 400D vs Pentax K-r

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Canon 400D vs Pentax K-r, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by companies Canon and Pentax. The image resolution of the 400D (10MP) and the K-r (12MP) is pretty well matched and they use the same exact sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The 400D was released 5 years prior to the K-r and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact SLR).

Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise summary of how the 400D grades vs the K-r when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 400D and Pentax K-r. The complete galleries are available at Canon 400D Gallery and Pentax K-r Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon 400D enjoys outside dimensions of 127mm x 94mm x 65mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.6") along with a weight of 556 grams (1.23 lbs) and the Pentax K-r has proportions of 125mm x 97mm x 68mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.7") and a weight of 598 grams (1.32 lbs).

Examine the Canon 400D vs Pentax K-r in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the 400D vs the K-r.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 400D and K-r is 69 and 67 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to see the difference between sensor measurements purely by reading through technical specs. The graphic underneath may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the 400D and K-r.

As you have seen, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Pentax K-r to give you extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The older 400D is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.