Panasonic G2 vs Pentax K-3 II

Its time to take a closer look at the Panasonic G2 versus Pentax K-3 II, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a crucial gap between the sensor resolutions of the G2 (12MP) and K-3 II (24MP) and the G2 (Four Thirds) and K-3 II (APS-C) feature different sensor sizing.

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The G2 was revealed 5 years prior to the K-3 II which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic G2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-3 II being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the G2 grades against the K-3 II in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2 and Pentax K-3 II. The full galleries are available at Panasonic G2 Gallery and Pentax K-3 II Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic G2 features physical measurements of 124mm x 84mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.9") having a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) and the Pentax K-3 II has proportions of 131mm x 100mm x 77mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") and a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

Check the Panasonic G2 versus Pentax K-3 II in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the G2 compared to the K-3 II.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G2 and K-3 II is 72 and 59 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizes simply by reading a spec sheet. The image underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the G2 and K-3 II.

As you can see, both of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The G2 with its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field tougher and the Pentax K-3 II will offer more detail because of its extra 12 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged G2 is going to be behind in sensor technology.