Nikon Z50 vs Pentax K-r

The following is a in-depth review of the Nikon Z50 versus Pentax K-r, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Nikon and Pentax. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the Z50 (21MP) and K-r (12MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The Z50 was released 8 years after the K-r which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Nikon Z50 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-r being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the Z50 matches up vs the K-r in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Z50 and Pentax K-r. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon Z50 Gallery and Pentax K-r Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon Z50 has got exterior dimensions of 127mm x 94mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.4") having a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs) whilst 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).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at the time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the Z50 vs the K-r.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z50 and K-r is 74 and 67 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions simply by researching specifications. The pic underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z50 and K-r.

Plainly, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Nikon Z50 to provide you with more detail as a result of its extra 9MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more modern Z50 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.