Pentax K-50 vs Pentax K-r

Here is a in-depth review of the Pentax K-50 and Pentax K-r, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras and they are both built by Pentax. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the K-50 (16MP) and K-r (12MP) but both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The K-50 was launched 2 years later than the K-r and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact SLR).

Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the K-50 scores against the K-r in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax K-50 and Pentax K-r. The complete galleries are viewable at Pentax K-50 Gallery and Pentax K-r Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Pentax K-50 offers outer measurements of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") and a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs) and 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).

Take a look at the Pentax K-50 and Pentax K-r in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the K-50 versus the K-r.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the K-50 and K-r is 63 and 67 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing merely by going over technical specs. The photograph here will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the K-50 and K-r.

As you can tell, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Pentax K-50 to offer extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more modern K-50 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.