Panasonic FZ47 vs Pentax K-r

Lets look closer at the Panasonic FZ47 versus Pentax K-r, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the FZ47 (12MP) and the K-r (12MP) is very similar but the FZ47 (1/2.3") and K-r (APS-C) provide different sensor sizes.

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The FZ47 was brought out 5 months after the K-r which means that they are of a similar age. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FZ47 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax K-r being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a quick summary of how the FZ47 grades vs the K-r in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47 & Pentax K-r. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ47 Gallery & Pentax K-r Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FZ47 provides outer dimensions of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") and a weight of 498 grams (1.10 lbs) while the Pentax K-r has dimensions of 125mm x 97mm x 68mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.7") along with a weight of 598 grams (1.32 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the FZ47 against the K-r.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FZ47 and K-r is 68 and 67 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reviewing specifications. The picture here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ47 and K-r.

Plainly, the 2 cameras feature the identical megapixel count but different sensor sizes. The FZ47 contains the tinier sensor which is going to make obtaining shallow DOF harder.