Panasonic G10 vs Pentax ist DL2

In this article, we will be comparing the Panasonic G10 versus Pentax ist DL2, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by companies Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the G10 (12MP) and ist DL2 (6MP) and the G10 (Four Thirds) and ist DL2 (APS-C) possess different sensor measurements.

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The G10 was unveiled 4 years after the ist DL2 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic G10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax ist DL2 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple overview of how the G10 matches up versus the ist DL2 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G10 and Pentax ist DL2. The full galleries are available at Panasonic G10 Gallery and Pentax ist DL2 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic G10 has exterior dimensions of 124mm x 90mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 2.9") having a weight of 388 grams (0.86 lbs) while the Pentax ist DL2 has specifications of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") having a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic G10 versus Pentax ist DL2 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at the time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the G10 against the ist DL2.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G10 and ist DL2 is 72 and 69 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizes purely by looking through specifications. The picture underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the G10 and ist DL2.

To sum up, both cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The G10 with its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field harder and the Panasonic G10 will render greater detail having an extra 6MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more recent G10 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.