Panasonic G9 vs Pentax K-S2

Here, we will be reviewing the Panasonic G9 vs Pentax K-S2, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the G9 (20MP) and the K-S2 (20MP) is pretty close but the G9 (Four Thirds) and K-S2 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor size.

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The G9 was released 2 years after the K-S2 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic G9 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-S2 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the G9 grades vs the K-S2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 and Pentax K-S2. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic G9 Gallery and Pentax K-S2 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic G9 enjoys outside dimensions of 137mm x 97mm x 92mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 3.6") having a weight of 658 grams (1.45 lbs) while the Pentax K-S2 has proportions of 123mm x 91mm x 73mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.9") having a weight of 678 grams (1.49 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic G9 vs Pentax K-S2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using during that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the G9 compared to the K-S2.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the G9 and K-S2 is 62 and 64 respectively.

Usually, its hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizes merely by looking through specifications. The image here will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the G9 and K-S2.

To sum up, each of the cameras feature the identical MP albeit not the same sensor sizes. The G9 features the smaller sensor which should make achieving bokeh trickier. The younger G9 will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.