Panasonic FH22 vs Pentax K-r

Lets examine more closely at the Panasonic FH22 versus Pentax K-r, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the FH22 (14MP) and the K-r (12MP) is relatively well matched but the FH22 (1/2.3") and K-r (APS-C) possess totally different sensor sizing.

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The FH22 was revealed 14 months prior to the K-r which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FH22 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-r being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short summary of how the FH22 matches up against the K-r with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 & Pentax K-r. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH22 Gallery & Pentax K-r Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH22 provides exterior dimensions of 100mm x 57mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-r has proportions of 125mm x 97mm x 68mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.7") along with a weight of 598 grams (1.32 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FH22 versus Pentax K-r in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the FH22 compared to the K-r.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FH22 and K-r is 94 and 67 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizing purely by looking at specifications. The photograph below should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the FH22 and K-r.

To sum up, both cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The FH22 having a tinier sensor will make getting bokeh more challenging and the Panasonic FH22 will resolve more detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The older FH22 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.