Olympus XZ-2 iHS vs Pentax K-r

Below, we are matching up the Olympus XZ-2 iHS vs Pentax K-r, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the XZ-2 iHS (12MP) and the K-r (12MP) is fairly well matched but the XZ-2 iHS (1/1.7") and K-r (APS-C) possess totally different sensor sizing.

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The XZ-2 iHS was introduced 22 months later than the K-r making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Olympus XZ-2 iHS being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-r being a Compact SLR camera.

Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise view of how the XZ-2 iHS scores versus the K-r in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus XZ-2 iHS and Pentax K-r. The whole galleries are available at Olympus XZ-2 iHS Gallery and Pentax K-r Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus XZ-2 iHS has external dimensions of 113mm x 65mm x 48mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.9") having a weight of 346 grams (0.76 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-r has sizing of 125mm x 97mm x 68mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.7") having a weight of 598 grams (1.32 lbs).

Examine the Olympus XZ-2 iHS vs Pentax K-r in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the XZ-2 iHS and the K-r.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the XZ-2 iHS and K-r is 85 and 67 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to see the gap between sensor sizing only by checking technical specs. The visual below may give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the XZ-2 iHS and K-r.

As you have seen, each of the cameras posses the exact same resolution but not the same sensor sizing. The XZ-2 iHS includes the tinier sensor which is going to make achieving bokeh tougher. The more recent XZ-2 iHS will have an edge in sensor innovation.