Panasonic FZ150 vs Pentax K-r

Below is a extended review of the Panasonic FZ150 versus Pentax K-r, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the FZ150 (12MP) and the K-r (12MP) is pretty well matched but the FZ150 (1/2.3") and K-r (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor measurements.

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The FZ150 was brought out 14 months later than the K-r which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FZ150 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax K-r being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple overview of how the FZ150 grades vs the K-r in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150 and Pentax K-r. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FZ150 Gallery and Pentax K-r Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FZ150 provides exterior dimensions of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") with a weight of 528 grams (1.16 lbs) whilst 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).

Examine the Panasonic FZ150 versus Pentax K-r in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at the time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the FZ150 vs the K-r.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FZ150 and K-r is 67 and 67 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to envision the gap between sensor measurements only by reading through specifications. The graphic below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ150 and K-r.

To sum up, the two cameras offer the same exact megapixel count albeit not the same sensor measurements. The FZ150 provides the tinier sensor which is going to make obtaining bokeh more challenging. The more recent FZ150 will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.