Leica C-Lux vs Pentax K-r
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Leica C-Lux vs Pentax K-r Key Specs
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- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Push to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-360mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 340g - 113 x 67 x 46mm
- Announced June 2018
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- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Boost to 25600)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 598g - 125 x 97 x 68mm
- Introduced March 2011
Leica C-Lux vs Pentax K-r Overview
On this page, we will be reviewing the Leica C-Lux and Pentax K-r, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Leica and Pentax. There is a substantial difference between the sensor resolutions of the C-Lux (20MP) and K-r (12MP) and the C-Lux (1") and K-r (APS-C) have different sensor dimensions.
AI-Powered Photo Editing Tools Could Be Added to WhatsAppThe C-Lux was released 7 years later than the K-r and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Leica C-Lux being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Pentax K-r being a Compact SLR camera.
Before getting straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the C-Lux matches up vs the K-r in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Leica C-Lux vs Pentax K-r Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Leica C-Lux & Pentax K-r. The complete galleries are available at Leica C-Lux Gallery & Pentax K-r Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica C-Lux over the Pentax K-r
C-Lux | K-r | |||
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Introduced | June 2018 | March 2011 | More recent by 89 months | |
Screen resolution | 1240k | 921k | Sharper screen (+319k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax K-r over the Leica C-Lux
K-r | C-Lux |
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Common features in the Leica C-Lux and Pentax K-r
C-Lux | K-r | |||
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Manually focus | Very exact focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen sizing | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen |
Leica C-Lux vs Pentax K-r Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Leica C-Lux has got external measurements of 113mm x 67mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.8") with a weight of 340 grams (0.75 lbs) and the Pentax K-r has dimensions of 125mm x 97mm x 68mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.7") having a weight of 598 grams (1.32 lbs).
Contrast the Leica C-Lux and Pentax K-r in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the C-Lux and the K-r.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the C-Lux and K-r is 85 and 67 respectively.
Leica C-Lux vs Pentax K-r Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is difficult to imagine the gap between sensor measurements just by checking a spec sheet. The visual here will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the C-Lux and K-r.
Clearly, the 2 cameras have different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The C-Lux due to its tinier sensor is going to make shooting bokeh tougher and the Leica C-Lux will resolve extra detail as a result of its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more modern C-Lux should have an edge in sensor innovation.
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Leica C-Lux vs Pentax K-r Specifications
Leica C-Lux | Pentax K-r | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Leica | Pentax |
Model | Leica C-Lux | Pentax K-r |
Class | Large Sensor Compact | Entry-Level DSLR |
Announced | 2018-06-10 | 2011-03-11 |
Body design | Large Sensor Compact | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Prime II |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
Sensor area | 116.2mm² | 372.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4288 x 2848 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 200 |
RAW format | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 80 | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | 11 |
Cross focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Pentax KAF2 |
Lens focal range | 24-360mm (15.0x) | - |
Max aperture | f/3.3-6.4 | - |
Macro focus range | 5cm | - |
Total lenses | - | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 1,240 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,330 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 96% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/6000s |
Max quiet shutter speed | 1/16000s | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0fps | 6.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 6.80 m (at Auto ISO) | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off | Auto, Red-eye Reduction, Slow-speed Sync, Trailing Curtain Sync, High-Speed Sync and Wireless Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | - | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC | 1280 x 720 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (25 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 340 gr (0.75 pounds) | 598 gr (1.32 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 67 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.8") | 125 x 97 x 68mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 72 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.9 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.4 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 755 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 370 photos | 470 photos |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | D-LI109,4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, 3 shots @ 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I compatible) | SD/SDHC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $1,050 | $1,100 |