Panasonic FS25 vs Pentax K-r

Here is a detailed comparison of the Panasonic FS25 versus Pentax K-r, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the FS25 (12MP) and the K-r (12MP) is relatively close but the FS25 (1/2.3") and K-r (APS-C) feature different sensor dimensions.

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The FS25 was announced 3 years earlier than the K-r and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FS25 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-r being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the FS25 matches up vs the K-r in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 and Pentax K-r. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FS25 Gallery and Pentax K-r Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic FS25 has got exterior measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Pentax K-r has specifications of 125mm x 97mm x 68mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.7") having a weight of 598 grams (1.32 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the FS25 vs the K-r.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the FS25 and K-r is 95 and 67 respectively.

Generally, its difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizing just by looking through a spec sheet. The visual underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the FS25 and K-r.

Clearly, both cameras enjoy the same exact resolution albeit different sensor sizing. The FS25 contains the smaller sensor which will make getting bokeh harder. The older FS25 will be behind in sensor innovation.