Panasonic ZS100 vs Pentax K-r
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Panasonic ZS100 vs Pentax K-r Key Specs
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- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Push to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 25-250mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 312g - 111 x 65 x 44mm
- Released January 2016
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-TZ100
- Updated by Panasonic ZS200
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- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Expand 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 ZS100 vs Pentax K-r Overview
In this article, we are comparing the Panasonic ZS100 versus Pentax K-r, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Panasonic and Pentax. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the ZS100 (20MP) and K-r (12MP) and the ZS100 (1") and K-r (APS-C) come with different sensor sizes.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe ZS100 was unveiled 4 years later than the K-r and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic ZS100 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Pentax K-r being a Compact SLR camera.
Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief overview of how the ZS100 matches up against the K-r for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic ZS100 vs Pentax K-r Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS100 & Pentax K-r. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS100 Gallery & Pentax K-r Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS100 over the Pentax K-r
ZS100 | K-r | |||
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Launched | January 2016 | March 2011 | Fresher by 59 months | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 921k | Clearer display (+119k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax K-r over the Panasonic ZS100
K-r | ZS100 |
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Common features in the Panasonic ZS100 and Pentax K-r
ZS100 | K-r | |||
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Manual focus | Very exact focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display dimensions | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Panasonic ZS100 vs Pentax K-r Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS100 enjoys outer dimensions of 111mm x 65mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.7") having a weight of 312 grams (0.69 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-r has proportions of 125mm x 97mm x 68mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.7") and a weight of 598 grams (1.32 lbs).
Check out the Panasonic ZS100 versus Pentax K-r in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use at the time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the ZS100 and the K-r.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the ZS100 and K-r is 87 and 67 respectively.
Panasonic ZS100 vs Pentax K-r Sensor Comparison
Usually, its hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizing purely by seeing specifications. The photograph underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS100 and K-r.
Plainly, both of these cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The ZS100 having a smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Panasonic ZS100 will show more detail having an extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos far more aggressively. The fresher ZS100 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.
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Panasonic ZS100 vs Pentax K-r Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS100 | Pentax K-r | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS100 | Pentax K-r |
Otherwise known as | Lumix DMC-TZ100 | - |
Class | Large Sensor Compact | Entry-Level DSLR |
Released | 2016-01-05 | 2011-03-11 |
Physical type | Large Sensor Compact | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine | Prime II |
Sensor type | MOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
Sensor area | 116.2mm² | 372.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Max resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4288 x 2848 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Max enhanced ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 200 |
RAW images | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 80 | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | 11 |
Cross focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Pentax KAF2 |
Lens focal range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | - |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 151 |
Crop factor | 2.7 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 1,040 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder resolution | 1,166 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 96% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.46x | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/6000 seconds |
Max silent shutter speed | 1/16000 seconds | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 9.9fps | 6.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 8.00 m (at Auto ISO) | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off | Auto, Red-eye Reduction, Slow-speed Sync, Trailing Curtain Sync, High-Speed Sync and Wireless Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max 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 | 4K/UHD (3840 x 2160 @ 30p/24p), 1920 x 1080 @ 60p/60i/30p/24p, 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (25 fps) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 312g (0.69 lb) | 598g (1.32 lb) |
Dimensions | 111 x 65 x 44mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.7") | 125 x 97 x 68mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 70 | 72 |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.8 | 22.9 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.5 | 12.4 |
DXO Low light score | 559 | 755 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 images | 470 images |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | D-LI109,4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, 3 shots @ 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $700 | $1,100 |