Panasonic GF6 vs Pentax K-S2

On this page, we are reviewing the Panasonic GF6 and Pentax K-S2, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the GF6 (16MP) and the K-S2 (20MP) is fairly close but the GF6 (Four Thirds) and K-S2 (APS-C) have different sensor sizing.

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The GF6 was unveiled 22 months prior to the K-S2 making them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic GF6 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-S2 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short overview of how the GF6 scores against the K-S2 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF6 and Pentax K-S2. The full galleries are available at Panasonic GF6 Gallery and Pentax K-S2 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GF6 has outside dimensions of 111mm x 65mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.5") having a weight of 323 grams (0.71 lbs) while the Pentax K-S2 has measurements of 123mm x 91mm x 73mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.9") and a weight of 678 grams (1.49 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic GF6 and Pentax K-S2 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the GF6 against the K-S2.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the GF6 and K-S2 is 87 and 64 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizing just by looking through technical specs. The photograph here will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the GF6 and K-S2.

As you have seen, both the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The GF6 using its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Pentax K-S2 will result in extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos more aggressively. The older GF6 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.