Pentax K-r vs Sony H55

In this article, we will be reviewing the Pentax K-r and Sony H55, one being a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Pentax and Sony. The sensor resolution of the K-r (12MP) and the H55 (14MP) is pretty close but the K-r (APS-C) and H55 (1/2.3") come with different sensor sizing.

Photography Glossary

The K-r was introduced 9 months later than the H55 and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras offer different body type with the Pentax K-r being a Compact SLR camera and the Sony H55 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight into a full comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the K-r matches up versus the H55 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax K-r and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H55. The whole galleries are available at Pentax K-r Gallery and Sony H55 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The Pentax K-r offers outside dimensions 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 Sony H55 has sizing of 103mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Compare the Pentax K-r and Sony H55 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select during that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the K-r against the H55.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the K-r and H55 is 67 and 92 respectively.

Usually, its hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing merely by viewing a spec sheet. The visual below will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the K-r and H55.

Clearly, both cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The K-r using its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Sony H55 will result in greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively. The younger K-r provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.