Pentax K-r vs Pentax E70

Let's look much closer at the Pentax K-r and Pentax E70, one being a Entry-Level DSLR and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both are produced by Pentax. The image resolution of the K-r (12MP) and the E70 (10MP) is very well matched but the K-r (APS-C) and E70 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor size.

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The K-r was launched 2 years later than the E70 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Pentax K-r being a Compact SLR camera and the Pentax E70 being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a simple view of how the K-r scores against the E70 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax K-r and Pentax Optio E70. The complete galleries are available at Pentax K-r Gallery and Pentax E70 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Pentax K-r has external measurements of 125mm x 97mm x 68mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.7") having a weight of 598 grams (1.32 lbs) whilst the Pentax E70 has measurements of 94mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.0") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).

Look at the Pentax K-r and Pentax E70 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at the time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the K-r compared to the E70.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the K-r and E70 is 67 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to envision the difference between sensor sizing just by reading through technical specs. The photograph below may give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the K-r and E70.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The K-r featuring a larger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF simpler and the Pentax K-r will resolve greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics way more aggressively. The newer K-r will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.