Canon 650D vs Pentax K-r

Below, we are matching up the Canon 650D and Pentax K-r, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Pentax. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the 650D (18MP) and K-r (12MP) but they use the exact same sensor size (APS-C).

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The 650D was released 18 months after the K-r making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact SLR).

Before going through a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the 650D matches up versus the K-r in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS 650D & Pentax K-r. The complete galleries are available at Canon 650D Gallery & Pentax K-r Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Canon 650D features physical measurements of 133mm x 100mm x 79mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 575 grams (1.27 lbs) and the Pentax K-r has specifications of 125mm x 97mm x 68mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.7") and a weight of 598 grams (1.32 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon 650D and Pentax K-r in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select during that time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the 650D versus the K-r.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the 650D and K-r is 65 and 67 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes only by looking at technical specs. The image here might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the 650D and K-r.

As you have seen, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You can anticipate the Canon 650D to give you extra detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images much more aggressively. The younger 650D provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.