Panasonic LX10 vs Pentax K-r

On this page, we will be reviewing the Panasonic LX10 versus Pentax K-r, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a substantial gap among the sensor resolutions of the LX10 (20MP) and K-r (12MP) and the LX10 (1") and K-r (APS-C) provide totally different sensor size.

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The LX10 was revealed 5 years after the K-r which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic LX10 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Pentax K-r being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise summation of how the LX10 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-LX10 & Pentax K-r. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic LX10 Gallery & Pentax K-r Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera, you have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic LX10 offers physical dimensions of 106mm x 60mm x 42mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.7") and a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs) and the Pentax K-r has measurements of 125mm x 97mm x 68mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.7") accompanied by a weight of 598 grams (1.32 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic LX10 versus Pentax K-r in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Here is a front view size comparison of the LX10 and the K-r.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the LX10 and K-r is 88 and 67 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizes merely by viewing specifications. The pic below may offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the LX10 and K-r.

To sum up, each of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The LX10 having a smaller sensor will make getting shallow depth of field tougher and the Panasonic LX10 will result in greater detail because of its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots more aggressively. The more modern LX10 is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.