Pentax K-r vs Sony S2000

Lets look more in depth at the Pentax K-r and Sony S2000, one is a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Pentax and Sony. The image resolution of the K-r (12MP) and the S2000 (10MP) is pretty close but the K-r (APS-C) and S2000 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor dimensions.

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The K-r was launched 15 months after the S2000 which makes them a generation away from one another. The two cameras have different body design with the Pentax K-r being a Compact SLR camera and the Sony S2000 being a Compact camera.

Before getting right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise summary of how the K-r scores versus the S2000 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax K-r and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000. The complete galleries are viewable at Pentax K-r Gallery and Sony S2000 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The Pentax K-r has outer 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 S2000 has specifications of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Compare the Pentax K-r and Sony S2000 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use at that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the K-r vs the S2000.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the K-r and S2000 is 67 and 93 respectively.

Typically, its difficult to envision the difference in sensor dimensions merely by looking through specs. The image below will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the K-r and S2000.

All in all, both cameras have different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The K-r featuring a bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Pentax K-r will provide you with more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The fresher K-r will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.