Panasonic GH4 vs Pentax K-r

Here, we are contrasting the Panasonic GH4 versus Pentax K-r, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the GH4 (16MP) and K-r (12MP) and the GH4 (Four Thirds) and K-r (APS-C) offer totally different sensor measurements.

Photography Glossary

The GH4 was brought out 2 years after the K-r which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GH4 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-r being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short introduction of how the GH4 scores versus the K-r with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4 and Pentax K-r. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic GH4 Gallery and Pentax K-r Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GH4 has got outer measurements of 133mm x 93mm x 84mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 3.3") having a weight of 560 grams (1.23 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-r has measurements of 125mm x 97mm x 68mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.7") and a weight of 598 grams (1.32 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic GH4 versus Pentax K-r 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 have attached at the time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the GH4 vs the K-r.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GH4 and K-r is 66 and 67 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reading technical specs. The pic here will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the GH4 and K-r.

As you can tell, both of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The GH4 due to its tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh more difficult and the Panasonic GH4 will offer you extra detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics way more aggressively. The newer GH4 will have a benefit in sensor innovation.