Panasonic G3 vs Pentax K-1 II

Here is a comprehensive analysis of the Panasonic G3 and Pentax K-1 II, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced DSLR by companies Panasonic and Pentax. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the G3 (16MP) and K-1 II (36MP) and the G3 (Four Thirds) and K-1 II (Full frame) boast different sensor sizing.

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The G3 was launched 7 years before the K-1 II and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic G3 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-1 II being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the G3 matches up versus the K-1 II for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3 & Pentax K-1 Mark II. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic G3 Gallery & Pentax K-1 II Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic G3 provides physical dimensions of 115mm x 84mm x 47mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 1.9") having a weight of 336 grams (0.74 lbs) while the Pentax K-1 II has sizing of 137mm x 110mm x 86mm (5.4" x 4.3" x 3.4") and a weight of 1010 grams (2.23 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic G3 and Pentax K-1 II in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the G3 versus the K-1 II.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the G3 and K-1 II is 83 and 55 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizing merely by checking specifications. The graphic underneath might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the G3 and K-1 II.

Plainly, both the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The G3 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make getting bokeh trickier and the Pentax K-1 II will resolve extra detail utilizing its extra 20MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos way more aggressively. The older G3 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.