Pentax K-r vs Pentax K100D
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Pentax K-r vs Pentax K100D Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Increase to 25600)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 598g - 125 x 97 x 68mm
- Revealed March 2011
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Pentax KAF Mount
- 660g - 129 x 93 x 70mm
- Announced December 2006
- Newer Model is Pentax K100D S
Photography Glossary Pentax K-r vs Pentax K100D Overview
Following is a thorough comparison of the Pentax K-r and Pentax K100D, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras and both of them are designed by Pentax. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the K-r (12MP) and K100D (6MP) but they feature the same exact sensor size (APS-C).
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe K-r was brought out 4 years after the K100D which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact SLR).
Before going straight into a full comparison, below is a short summation of how the K-r scores vs the K100D in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax K-r and Pentax K100D. The entire galleries are provided at Pentax K-r Gallery and Pentax K100D Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax K-r over the Pentax K100D
| K-r | K100D | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | March 2011 |  | December 2006 | More modern by 52 months |
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
| Display resolution | 921k |  | 210k | Crisper display (+711k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax K100D over the Pentax K-r
| K100D | K-r |
|---|
Common features in the Pentax K-r and Pentax K100D
| K-r | K100D | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | More precise focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Lack of selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Lack of Touch display |
Pentax K-r vs Pentax K100D Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry around your camera, you will need to think about its weight and volume. The Pentax K-r comes with exterior measurements of 125mm x 97mm x 68mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.7") along with a weight of 598 grams (1.32 lbs) whilst the Pentax K100D has sizing of 129mm x 93mm x 70mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.8") having a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).
Contrast the Pentax K-r and Pentax K100D in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the K-r and the K100D.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the K-r and K100D is 67 and 64 respectively.
Pentax K-r vs Pentax K100D Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizes purely by reviewing technical specs. The image here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the K-r and K100D.
As you can tell, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Pentax K-r to offer more detail having its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images far more aggressively. The more recent K-r is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.
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Pentax K-r vs Pentax K100D Specifications
| Pentax K-r | Pentax K100D | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Pentax | Pentax |
| Model type | Pentax K-r | Pentax K100D |
| Type | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
| Revealed | 2011-03-11 | 2006-12-03 |
| Body design | Compact SLR | Compact SLR |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | Prime II | - |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.8mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
| Sensor surface area | 372.9mm² | 369.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 6 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
| Max resolution | 4288 x 2848 | 3008 x 2008 |
| Max native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
| Max enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
| Minimum native ISO | 200 | 200 |
| RAW images | ||
| Minimum enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect AF | ||
| Contract detect AF | ||
| Phase detect AF | ||
| Total focus points | 11 | 11 |
| Cross type focus points | 9 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | Pentax KAF2 | Pentax KAF |
| Number of lenses | 151 | 151 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 3" | 2.5" |
| Display resolution | 921k dot | 210k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Display tech | TFT LCD monitor | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentamirror) |
| Viewfinder coverage | 96 percent | 96 percent |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.57x | 0.57x |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/6000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter speed | 6.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | - |
| Flash options | Auto, Red-eye Reduction, Slow-speed Sync, Trailing Curtain Sync, High-Speed Sync and Wireless Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Fastest flash sync | 1/180 seconds | 1/180 seconds |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (25 fps) | - |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | None |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | - |
| Microphone jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | Optional | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 598 gr (1.32 lb) | 660 gr (1.46 lb) |
| Dimensions | 125 x 97 x 68mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.7") | 129 x 93 x 70mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.8") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | 72 | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | 22.9 | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.4 | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | 755 | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 470 photographs | - |
| Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | D-LI109,4 x AA | 4 x AA |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC | SD/MMC card |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Retail cost | $1,100 | $0 |