Pentax K-r vs Pentax I-10

Following is a comprehensive analysis of the Pentax K-r and Pentax I-10, one is a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are offered by Pentax. The sensor resolution of the K-r (12MP) and the I-10 (12MP) is relatively comparable but the K-r (APS-C) and I-10 (1/2.3") have different sensor sizes.

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The K-r was brought out 14 months after the I-10 which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Pentax K-r being a Compact SLR camera and the Pentax I-10 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the K-r grades versus the I-10 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax K-r and Pentax Optio I-10. The entire galleries are available at Pentax K-r Gallery and Pentax I-10 Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Pentax K-r has outside 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) and the Pentax I-10 has proportions of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs).

Check the Pentax K-r and Pentax I-10 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 employing at the time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the K-r vs the I-10.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the K-r and I-10 is 67 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to picture the difference in sensor sizes purely by seeing specs. The pic below might give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the K-r and I-10.

All in all, the two cameras have the same resolution albeit different sensor sizes. The K-r contains the bigger sensor which should make obtaining bokeh easier. The more modern K-r provides an advantage in sensor tech.