Panasonic FS15 vs Pentax K-r

Following is a extended analysis of the Panasonic FS15 vs Pentax K-r, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the FS15 (12MP) and the K-r (12MP) is pretty well matched but the FS15 (1/2.3") and K-r (APS-C) boast totally different sensor dimensions.

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The FS15 was brought out 3 years prior to the K-r which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FS15 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax K-r being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief summary of how the FS15 grades vs the K-r when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 and Pentax K-r. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FS15 Gallery and Pentax K-r Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FS15 comes with physical measurements of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") having a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) and 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).

Compare the Panasonic FS15 vs Pentax K-r in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Following is a front view size comparison of the FS15 against the K-r.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the FS15 and K-r is 95 and 67 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to see the contrast between sensor sizes merely by looking at specifications. The picture here will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the FS15 and K-r.

To sum up, both of these cameras have the same resolution albeit not the same sensor sizes. The FS15 comes with the tinier sensor which will make obtaining shallow DOF tougher. The more aged FS15 is going to be behind in sensor tech.