Panasonic FP7 vs Pentax K-r

Here, we will be contrasting the Panasonic FP7 versus Pentax K-r, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the FP7 (16MP) and K-r (12MP) and the FP7 (1/2.3") and K-r (APS-C) have totally different sensor measurements.

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The FP7 was released 2 months before the K-r so they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FP7 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax K-r being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving into a full comparison, here is a simple summation of how the FP7 scores versus the K-r when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 and Pentax K-r. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP7 Gallery and Pentax K-r Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FP7 enjoys physical measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Pentax K-r has measurements of 125mm x 97mm x 68mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.7") and a weight of 598 grams (1.32 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FP7 versus Pentax K-r in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the FP7 against the K-r.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the FP7 and K-r is 95 and 67 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to see the gap between sensor sizes simply by reading specifications. The picture below might offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the FP7 and K-r.

To sum up, both cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The FP7 because of its tinier sensor will make getting shallower DOF tougher and the Panasonic FP7 will offer you greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots way more aggressively.