Panasonic G2 vs Pentax E90

Here is a extended comparison of the Panasonic G2 versus Pentax E90, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the G2 (12MP) and the E90 (10MP) is very similar but the G2 (Four Thirds) and E90 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor measurements.

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The G2 was announced 6 months later than the E90 and they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic G2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax E90 being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a simple summary of how the G2 scores against the E90 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2 & Pentax Optio E90. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic G2 Gallery & Pentax E90 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic G2 provides exterior measurements of 124mm x 84mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.9") having a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) while the Pentax E90 has sizing of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic G2 versus Pentax E90 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the G2 against the E90.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the G2 and E90 is 72 and 94 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to see the contrast between sensor sizing merely by going over a spec sheet. The graphic here will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the G2 and E90.

Clearly, both of those cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The G2 having a larger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field simpler and the Panasonic G2 will offer more detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images way more aggressively.