Panasonic G95 vs Pentax K-r

Here is a complete assessment of the Panasonic G95 vs Pentax K-r, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a considerable gap between the image resolutions of the G95 (20.3MP) and K-r (12MP) and the G95 (Four Thirds) and K-r (APS-C) possess different sensor sizes.

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The G95 was introduced 8 years later than the K-r and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic G95 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-r being a Compact SLR camera.

Before going in to a full comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the G95 scores vs the K-r when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G95 & Pentax K-r. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic G95 Gallery & Pentax K-r Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic G95 offers exterior dimensions of 130mm x 94mm x 77mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 3.0") and a weight of 536 grams (1.18 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-r has proportions of 125mm x 97mm x 68mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.7") having a weight of 598 grams (1.32 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the G95 and the K-r.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G95 and K-r is 67 and 67 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizing purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic here should give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the G95 and K-r.

Clearly, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The G95 using its tinier sensor is going to make getting bokeh harder and the Panasonic G95 will offer greater detail using its extra 8.3 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots far more aggressively. The more modern G95 should have a benefit in sensor innovation.