Pentax K-r vs Pentax W90

Following is a in depth assessment of the Pentax K-r vs Pentax W90, former is a Entry-Level DSLR while the latter is a Waterproof and both are designed by Pentax. The resolution of the K-r (12MP) and the W90 (12MP) is pretty similar but the K-r (APS-C) and W90 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The K-r was announced 13 months after the W90 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Pentax K-r being a Compact SLR camera and the Pentax W90 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise view of how the K-r scores vs the W90 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax K-r & Pentax Optio W90. The whole galleries are available at Pentax K-r Gallery & Pentax W90 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Pentax K-r offers outer measurements of 125mm x 97mm x 68mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.7") accompanied by a weight of 598 grams (1.32 lbs) while the Pentax W90 has dimensions of 108mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the K-r against the W90.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the K-r and W90 is 67 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizes only by reviewing technical specs. The picture here might give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the K-r and W90.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras have got the exact same resolution albeit not the same sensor sizes. The K-r contains the bigger sensor which will make obtaining shallow DOF easier. The newer K-r will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.