Panasonic G6 vs Pentax E90

Let's take a closer look at the Panasonic G6 versus Pentax E90, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the G6 (16MP) and E90 (10MP) and the G6 (Four Thirds) and E90 (1/2.3") use different sensor size.

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The G6 was revealed 3 years later than the E90 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic G6 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax E90 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight into a full comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the G6 scores against the E90 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 and Pentax Optio E90. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic G6 Gallery and Pentax E90 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic G6 enjoys exterior measurements of 122mm x 85mm x 71mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.8") and a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs) while the Pentax E90 has measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic G6 versus Pentax E90 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the G6 against the E90.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G6 and E90 is 74 and 94 respectively.

Quite often, it is very hard to visualize the difference in sensor sizing simply by looking through a spec sheet. The photograph below will give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the G6 and E90.

Clearly, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The G6 with its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Panasonic G6 will result in extra detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively. The more recent G6 should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.