Panasonic ZS7 vs Pentax K-r

Below is a thorough review of the Panasonic ZS7 and Pentax K-r, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the ZS7 (12MP) and the K-r (12MP) is pretty well matched but the ZS7 (1/2.3") and K-r (APS-C) come with totally different sensor size.

Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modes

The ZS7 was introduced 5 months later than the K-r and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic ZS7 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-r being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a quick summation of how the ZS7 matches up vs the K-r when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 and Pentax K-r. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic ZS7 Gallery and Pentax K-r Gallery.

In case you're intending to lug around your camera, you should think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic ZS7 features external measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-r has sizing of 125mm x 97mm x 68mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.7") with a weight of 598 grams (1.32 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic ZS7 and Pentax K-r in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the ZS7 and the K-r.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the ZS7 and K-r is 91 and 67 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to envision the gap between sensor measurements just by reading through specifications. The graphic below might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS7 and K-r.

Plainly, both of the cameras have got the exact same resolution albeit not the same sensor measurements. The ZS7 features the tinier sensor which will make obtaining bokeh trickier.