Panasonic GH2 vs Pentax K-3

In this article, we are analyzing the Panasonic GH2 versus Pentax K-3, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced DSLR by companies Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the GH2 (16MP) and K-3 (24MP) and the GH2 (Four Thirds) and K-3 (APS-C) enjoy different sensor sizes.

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The GH2 was introduced 4 years before the K-3 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic GH2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-3 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before diving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the GH2 grades versus the K-3 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2 and Pentax K-3. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic GH2 Gallery and Pentax K-3 Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GH2 offers external dimensions of 124mm x 90mm x 76mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 3.0") with a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-3 has proportions of 131mm x 100mm x 77mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") along with a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic GH2 versus Pentax K-3 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the GH2 compared to the K-3.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GH2 and K-3 is 70 and 59 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to imagine the difference in sensor measurements simply by checking out specs. The photograph underneath will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the GH2 and K-3.

As you can plainly see, both cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The GH2 with its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Pentax K-3 will show more detail using its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The older GH2 will be behind in sensor innovation.