Panasonic G9 vs Pentax KP

The following is a complete review of the Panasonic G9 and Pentax KP, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the G9 (20MP) and the KP (24MP) is very similar but the G9 (Four Thirds) and KP (APS-C) feature different sensor measurements.

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The G9 was manufactured 10 months after the KP so they are of a similar generation. The two cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic G9 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax KP being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the G9 grades versus the KP in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 and Pentax KP. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic G9 Gallery and Pentax KP Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera often, you have to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic G9 offers outside 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) and the Pentax KP has specifications of 132mm x 101mm x 76mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.0") and a weight of 703 grams (1.55 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select during that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the G9 compared to the KP.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the G9 and KP is 62 and 61 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions simply by going over technical specs. The picture below should give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the G9 and KP.

As you have seen, both of these cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The G9 due to its tinier sensor is going to make getting bokeh trickier and the Pentax KP will deliver greater detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics much more aggressively. The more recent G9 should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.