Nikon D40X vs Pentax K-r

Below is a comprehensive review of the Nikon D40X vs Pentax K-r, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by companies Nikon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the D40X (10MP) and the K-r (12MP) is pretty similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The D40X was released 4 years earlier than the K-r and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact SLR).

Before getting right into a complete comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the D40X matches up against the K-r in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon D40X and Pentax K-r. The complete galleries are available at Nikon D40X Gallery and Pentax K-r Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Nikon D40X comes with outer dimensions of 124mm x 94mm x 64mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.5") accompanied by a weight of 522 grams (1.15 lbs) while the Pentax K-r has specifications of 125mm x 97mm x 68mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.7") with a weight of 598 grams (1.32 lbs).

Examine the Nikon D40X vs Pentax K-r in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the D40X compared to the K-r.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the D40X and K-r is 71 and 67 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to visualize the difference between sensor measurements only by reading technical specs. The visual underneath should give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the D40X and K-r.

As you can tell, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should expect the Pentax K-r to offer greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older D40X is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.