Panasonic FH20 vs Pentax K-r

Let's look much closer at the Panasonic FH20 versus Pentax K-r, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the FH20 (14MP) and the K-r (12MP) is pretty well matched but the FH20 (1/2.3") and K-r (APS-C) have totally different sensor dimensions.

Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhone

The FH20 was launched 14 months prior to the K-r which makes them a generation away from one another. The two cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FH20 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-r being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the FH20 matches up vs the K-r in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 and Pentax K-r. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH20 Gallery and Pentax K-r Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH20 comes with exterior measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-r has measurements 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 Panasonic FH20 versus Pentax K-r in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select during that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the FH20 vs the K-r.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FH20 and K-r is 93 and 67 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to see the gap between sensor sizes just by checking a spec sheet. The picture below will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the FH20 and K-r.

Clearly, each of the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The FH20 due to its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field tougher and the Panasonic FH20 will give you more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots more aggressively. The more aged FH20 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.