Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Pentax K-r

Here is a extensive analysis of the Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Pentax K-r, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Olympus and Pentax. The resolution of the TG-1 iHS (12MP) and the K-r (12MP) is relatively well matched but the TG-1 iHS (1/2.3") and K-r (APS-C) offer different sensor size.

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The TG-1 iHS was announced 15 months later than the K-r which makes them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras have different body design with the Olympus TG-1 iHS being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-r being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the TG-1 iHS matches up against the K-r in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS & Pentax K-r. The whole galleries are available at Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery & Pentax K-r Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-1 iHS provides outside dimensions of 112mm x 67mm x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-r has measurements of 125mm x 97mm x 68mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.7") along with a weight of 598 grams (1.32 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the TG-1 iHS vs the K-r.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TG-1 iHS and K-r is 91 and 67 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing only by checking specifications. The graphic below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-1 iHS and K-r.

Plainly, both cameras provide the same megapixels albeit different sensor sizing. The TG-1 iHS features the tinier sensor which is going to make getting shallower DOF harder. The more modern TG-1 iHS should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.