Panasonic G9 vs Pentax K-50

Here, we are analyzing the Panasonic G9 versus Pentax K-50, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the G9 (20MP) and K-50 (16MP) and the G9 (Four Thirds) and K-50 (APS-C) have totally different sensor measurements.

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The G9 was announced 4 years later than the K-50 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic G9 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-50 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise overview of how the G9 matches up vs the K-50 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 & Pentax K-50. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic G9 Gallery & Pentax K-50 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic G9 offers external dimensions of 137mm x 97mm x 92mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 658 grams (1.45 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-50 has proportions of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the G9 against the K-50.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the G9 and K-50 is 62 and 63 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to visualise the difference between sensor measurements just by looking at specs. The visual here should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the G9 and K-50.

All in all, each of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The G9 with its tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh more challenging and the Panasonic G9 will give more detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The fresher G9 will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.