Pentax K-r vs Sony H50

Following is a comprehensive analysis of the Pentax K-r versus Sony H50, former is a Entry-Level DSLR while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Pentax and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap among the image resolutions of the K-r (12MP) and H50 (9MP) and the K-r (APS-C) and H50 (1/2.3") feature different sensor measurements.

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The K-r was manufactured 2 years after the H50 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Pentax K-r being a Compact SLR camera and the Sony H50 being a Compact camera.

Before going in to a complete comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the K-r scores vs the H50 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax K-r & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50. The entire galleries are available at Pentax K-r Gallery & Sony H50 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Pentax K-r has outer dimensions of 125mm x 97mm x 68mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.7") having a weight of 598 grams (1.32 lbs) and the Sony H50 has specifications of 116mm x 81mm x 86mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.4") and a weight of 547 grams (1.21 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the K-r and the H50.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the K-r and H50 is 67 and 69 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizes merely by researching a spec sheet. The pic underneath should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the K-r and H50.

Clearly, both of those cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The K-r due to its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Pentax K-r will provide you with extra detail due to its extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more modern K-r provides an edge in sensor technology.