Panasonic ZR1 vs Pentax K-r
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Panasonic ZR1 vs Pentax K-r Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 158g - 98 x 55 x 26mm
- Launched July 2009
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-ZX1
(Full Review)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Raise to 25600)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 598g - 125 x 97 x 68mm
- Launched March 2011
Panasonic ZR1 vs Pentax K-r Overview
Here, we are reviewing the Panasonic ZR1 and Pentax K-r, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the ZR1 (12MP) and the K-r (12MP) is fairly well matched but the ZR1 (1/2.3") and K-r (APS-C) offer totally different sensor size.
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe ZR1 was brought out 19 months before the K-r making them a generation away from one another. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic ZR1 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-r being a Compact SLR camera.
Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the ZR1 scores versus the K-r with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic ZR1 vs Pentax K-r Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 & Pentax K-r. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic ZR1 Gallery & Pentax K-r Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR1 over the Pentax K-r
ZR1 | K-r |
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Reasons to pick Pentax K-r over the Panasonic ZR1
K-r | ZR1 | |||
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Launched | March 2011 | July 2009 | Newer by 19 months | |
Manual focus | Very precise focusing | |||
Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 921k | 230k | Sharper display (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic ZR1 and Pentax K-r
ZR1 | K-r | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither includes Touch display |
Panasonic ZR1 vs Pentax K-r Physical Comparison
When you are going to travel with your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZR1 features outside dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-r has dimensions of 125mm x 97mm x 68mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.7") with a weight of 598 grams (1.32 lbs).
Check out the Panasonic ZR1 and Pentax K-r in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the ZR1 and the K-r.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ZR1 and K-r is 94 and 67 respectively.
Panasonic ZR1 vs Pentax K-r Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very tough to envision the difference between sensor dimensions only by looking at specifications. The image here will offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZR1 and K-r.
To sum up, both of the cameras feature the identical megapixel count but not the same sensor dimensions. The ZR1 contains the tinier sensor which should make achieving shallower DOF harder. The more aged ZR1 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.
Panasonic ZR1 vs Pentax K-r Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic ZR1 vs Pentax K-r Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 | Pentax K-r | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 | Pentax K-r |
Also referred to as | Lumix DMC-ZX1 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Entry-Level DSLR |
Launched | 2009-07-27 | 2011-03-11 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Venus Engine V | Prime II |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 372.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 2848 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 200 |
RAW files | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 11 |
Cross focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Pentax KAF2 |
Lens focal range | 25-200mm (8.0x) | - |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | - |
Macro focus range | 3cm | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 96 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/6000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames per second | 6.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.10 m | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Red-eye Reduction, Slow-speed Sync, Trailing Curtain Sync, High-Speed Sync and Wireless Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (25 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 158 gr (0.35 lb) | 598 gr (1.32 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 55 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 125 x 97 x 68mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 72 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.9 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.4 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 755 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 470 images |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | D-LI109,4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $280 | $1,100 |