Panasonic FP5 vs Pentax K-r

Here is a extended overview of the Panasonic FP5 and Pentax K-r, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the FP5 (14MP) and the K-r (12MP) is relatively similar but the FP5 (1/2.3") and K-r (APS-C) feature totally different sensor size.

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The FP5 was unveiled 2 months earlier than the K-r which means that they are both of a similar age. The two cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FP5 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax K-r being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the FP5 scores against the K-r for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 & Pentax K-r. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP5 Gallery & Pentax K-r Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera, you will want to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FP5 enjoys external dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-r has dimensions of 125mm x 97mm x 68mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.7") accompanied by a weight of 598 grams (1.32 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the FP5 and the K-r.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the FP5 and K-r is 95 and 67 respectively.

Often, it's tough to see the difference between sensor sizing purely by reading a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will help offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FP5 and K-r.

Clearly, both the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The FP5 having a tinier sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Panasonic FP5 will offer you greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures much more aggressively.