Panasonic G9 vs Pentax X70

Let's look more in depth at the Panasonic G9 and Pentax X70, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a substantial gap among the sensor resolutions of the G9 (20MP) and X70 (12MP) and the G9 (Four Thirds) and X70 (1/2.3") offer different sensor measurements.

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The G9 was unveiled 8 years after the X70 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic G9 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax X70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting into a in depth comparison, here is a simple view of how the G9 matches up against the X70 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 & Pentax X70. The full galleries are available at Panasonic G9 Gallery & Pentax X70 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic G9 features exterior 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 X70 has sizing of 110mm x 83mm x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") having a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic G9 and Pentax X70 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the G9 against the X70.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G9 and X70 is 62 and 71 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizes only by checking out specs. The picture below might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the G9 and X70.

All in all, the 2 cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The G9 using its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF simpler and the Panasonic G9 will provide extra detail having an extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The fresher G9 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.