Panasonic GF3 vs Pentax K-r

Let's look more closely at the Panasonic GF3 versus Pentax K-r, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the GF3 (12MP) and the K-r (12MP) is relatively close but the GF3 (Four Thirds) and K-r (APS-C) feature different sensor size.

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The GF3 was unveiled 6 months after the K-r and they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic GF3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-r being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a brief view of how the GF3 grades against the K-r for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3 and Pentax K-r. The full galleries are available at Panasonic GF3 Gallery and Pentax K-r Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic GF3 has got physical dimensions of 108mm x 67mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 264 grams (0.58 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-r has sizing of 125mm x 97mm x 68mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.7") accompanied by a weight of 598 grams (1.32 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic GF3 versus Pentax K-r in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have at that moment. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the GF3 compared to the K-r.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the GF3 and K-r is 90 and 67 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizes just by looking through specs. The image here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the GF3 and K-r.

All in all, both cameras enjoy the same exact resolution albeit different sensor sizes. The GF3 uses the smaller sensor which should make obtaining bokeh trickier.