Panasonic G9 vs Pentax K-5 IIs

Here is a extensive analysis of the Panasonic G9 versus Pentax K-5 IIs, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the G9 (20MP) and K-5 IIs (16MP) and the G9 (Four Thirds) and K-5 IIs (APS-C) enjoy different sensor sizing.

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The G9 was manufactured 4 years later than the K-5 IIs and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic G9 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-5 IIs being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick view of how the G9 scores versus the K-5 IIs with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 and Pentax K-5 IIs. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic G9 Gallery and Pentax K-5 IIs Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic G9 comes with exterior measurements of 137mm x 97mm x 92mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 658 grams (1.45 lbs) and the Pentax K-5 IIs has proportions of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 760 grams (1.68 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic G9 versus Pentax K-5 IIs in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the G9 against the K-5 IIs.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G9 and K-5 IIs is 62 and 60 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to picture the gap in sensor sizing merely by looking through technical specs. The photograph here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the G9 and K-5 IIs.

As you have seen, both the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The G9 due to its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field harder and the Panasonic G9 will provide you with extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The fresher G9 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.