Panasonic G85 vs Pentax K-r

Let's look a bit more closely at the Panasonic G85 versus Pentax K-r, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the G85 (16MP) and K-r (12MP) and the G85 (Four Thirds) and K-r (APS-C) feature totally different sensor dimensions.

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The G85 was launched 5 years after the K-r which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic G85 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-r being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the G85 matches up vs the K-r in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G85 and Pentax K-r. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic G85 Gallery and Pentax K-r Gallery.

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic G85 features exterior measurements of 128mm x 89mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 505 grams (1.11 lbs) and the Pentax K-r has proportions of 125mm x 97mm x 68mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.7") and a weight of 598 grams (1.32 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic G85 versus Pentax K-r in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the G85 versus the K-r.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G85 and K-r is 69 and 67 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reading technical specs. The picture underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the G85 and K-r.

As you can tell, both the cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The G85 due to its tinier sensor will make getting shallower depth of field tougher and the Panasonic G85 will offer more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The newer G85 will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.