Pentax K-r vs Sony H300

Lets examine more closely at the Pentax K-r vs Sony H300, former being a Entry-Level DSLR while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Pentax and Sony. There is a sizable difference between the resolutions of the K-r (12MP) and H300 (20MP) and the K-r (APS-C) and H300 (1/2.3") possess different sensor sizes.

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The K-r was unveiled 3 years prior to the H300 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Pentax K-r being a Compact SLR camera and the Sony H300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the K-r scores versus the H300 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax K-r & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H300. The full galleries are provided at Pentax K-r Gallery & Sony H300 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Pentax K-r features physical measurements of 125mm x 97mm x 68mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.7") and a weight of 598 grams (1.32 lbs) while the Sony H300 has proportions of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") along with a weight of 590 grams (1.30 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the K-r compared to the H300.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the K-r and H300 is 67 and 63 respectively.

In many cases, its difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing just by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the K-r and H300.

Clearly, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The K-r having a larger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh easier and the Sony H300 will offer you greater detail having an extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics far more aggressively. The older K-r is going to be behind in sensor technology.