Pentax K-r vs Sony A68
Portability
67 Imaging
53 Features
52 Overall
52
67 Imaging
53 Features
52 Overall
52
Portability
64 Imaging
66 Features
70 Overall
67
64 Imaging
66 Features
70 Overall
67
Pentax K-r vs Sony A68 Key Specs
Pentax K-r
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Raise to 25600)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 598g - 125 x 97 x 68mm
- Released March 2011
Sony A68
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 610g - 143 x 104 x 81mm
- Announced November 2015
- Older Model is Sony A65
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On this page, we will be reviewing the Pentax K-r and Sony A68, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by manufacturers Pentax and Sony. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the K-r (12MP) and A68 (24MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizing (APS-C).
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Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a brief view of how the K-r matches up vs the A68 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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This is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax K-r & Sony SLT-A68. The complete galleries are viewable at Pentax K-r Gallery & Sony A68 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax K-r over the Sony A68
| K-r | A68 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
| Screen resolution | 921k |  | 461k | Clearer screen (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony A68 over the Pentax K-r
| A68 | K-r | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | November 2015 |  | March 2011 | Fresher by 56 months |
| Screen type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Common features in the Pentax K-r and Sony A68
| K-r | A68 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Dial precise focusing | ||
| Selfie screen |  | Neither has selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Neither has Touch screen |
Pentax K-r vs Sony A68 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Pentax K-r has exterior dimensions of 125mm x 97mm x 68mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.7") with a weight of 598 grams (1.32 lbs) whilst the Sony A68 has dimensions of 143mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") and a weight of 610 grams (1.34 lbs).
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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the K-r against the A68.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the K-r and A68 is 67 and 64 respectively.
Pentax K-r vs Sony A68 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing only by seeing specifications. The visual below may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the K-r and A68.
To sum up, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Sony A68 to show extra detail utilizing its extra 12MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The older K-r will be behind in sensor technology.
Pentax K-r vs Sony A68 Screen and ViewFinder
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Portrait Comparison
Pentax K-r as a Portrait photography camera
Sony A68 as a Portrait photography camera
manual focus
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
has face detect focus
saves RAW files
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
has manual focus
decent megapixels (24 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
supports face detect focusing
delivers RAW files
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Pentax K-r Street photography details
Sony A68 Street photography details
image stabilization (Sensor based)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
saves RAW files
screen does not articulate
has a tilting screen
image stabilization (Sensor based)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
very good ISO range (25,600)
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Pentax K-r as a Sports photography camera
Sony A68 as a Sports photography camera
high shutter speed (1/6,000 seconds)
image stabilization (Sensor based)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
comes with phase detect auto focus
slow fps (6.0 frames/s)
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
bad battery (470 shots)
image stabilization (Sensor based)
decent megapixels (24MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
supports tracking focus
comes with phase detect AF
not so great battery life (510 shots)
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Pentax K-r Travel photography factors
Sony A68 Travel photography factors
has built in flash
bad battery (470 CIPA)
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
decent megapixels (24MP)
has built in flash
no Time Lapse mode
not so great battery life (510 per charge)
does not have selfie friendly screen
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Pentax K-r Landscape photography information
Sony A68 Landscape photography information
manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Pentax KAF2 mount)
good sized screen (3 inches)
image stabilization (Sensor based)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
saves RAW files
sensor resolution low (12MP)
bad battery (470 CIPA)
has manual focus
change lenses (Sony/Minolta Alpha mount)
image stabilization (Sensor based)
decent megapixels (24 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
very good ISO range (25,600)
delivers RAW files
small screen (2.7")
not so great battery life (510 per charge)
no Time Lapse mode
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Pentax K-r Vlogging factors
Sony A68 Vlogging factors
image stabilization (Sensor based)
has face detect focus
display isn't selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of mic socket
image stabilization (Sensor based)
supports face detect focusing
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
does have mic port
does not have selfie friendly screen
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Pentax K-r vs Sony A68 Specifications
| Pentax K-r | Sony SLT-A68 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Pentax | Sony |
| Model | Pentax K-r | Sony SLT-A68 |
| Type | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
| Released | 2011-03-11 | 2015-11-06 |
| Body design | Compact SLR | Compact SLR |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Prime II | Bionz X |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.8mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
| Sensor surface area | 372.9mm² | 366.6mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12MP | 24MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 2848 | 6000 x 4000 |
| Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
| Maximum enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
| Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Minimum enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | 11 | 79 |
| Cross focus points | 9 | 15 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | Pentax KAF2 | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
| Available lenses | 151 | 143 |
| Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
| Screen size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
| Screen resolution | 921k dot | 461k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Screen technology | TFT LCD monitor | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | Electronic |
| Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,440k dot |
| Viewfinder coverage | 96 percent | 100 percent |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.57x | 0.57x |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/6000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
| Continuous shutter speed | 6.0fps | 8.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
| Flash modes | Auto, Red-eye Reduction, Slow-speed Sync, Trailing Curtain Sync, High-Speed Sync and Wireless Sync | Flash off, Auto, Fill-flash, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction, Rear sync, Wireless, High Speed sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Fastest flash sync | 1/180 secs | 1/160 secs |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (25 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 30p, 24p), 1440 x 1080, 640 x 480 |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
| Mic jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | Optional | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 598g (1.32 pounds) | 610g (1.34 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 125 x 97 x 68mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.7") | 143 x 104 x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | 72 | 79 |
| DXO Color Depth score | 22.9 | 24.1 |
| DXO Dynamic range score | 12.4 | 13.5 |
| DXO Low light score | 755 | 701 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 470 photographs | 510 photographs |
| Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | D-LI109,4 x AA | NP-FM500H |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (Yes (2 or 12 sec)) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Price at release | $1,100 | $581 |