Panasonic GH4 vs Pentax H90

Below, we will be contrasting the Panasonic GH4 versus Pentax H90, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the GH4 (16MP) and H90 (12MP) and the GH4 (Four Thirds) and H90 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The GH4 was brought out 4 years after the H90 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic GH4 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax H90 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the GH4 grades versus the H90 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4 and Pentax Optio H90. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic GH4 Gallery and Pentax H90 Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic GH4 enjoys external dimensions 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 H90 has specifications of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic GH4 versus Pentax H90 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at that moment. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the GH4 and the H90.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the GH4 and H90 is 66 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to see the gap between sensor dimensions merely by checking a spec sheet. The image underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the GH4 and H90.

Clearly, each of these cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The GH4 due to its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Panasonic GH4 will resolve more detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots much more aggressively. The fresher GH4 is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.