Panasonic GH4 vs Pentax VS20

Lets take a closer look at the Panasonic GH4 vs Pentax VS20, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the GH4 (16MP) and the VS20 (16MP) is fairly close but the GH4 (Four Thirds) and VS20 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor measurements.

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The GH4 was revealed 2 years after the VS20 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic GH4 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax VS20 being a Compact camera.

Before delving through a full comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the GH4 scores against the VS20 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4 & Pentax Optio VS20. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic GH4 Gallery & Pentax VS20 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic GH4 has outer dimensions of 133mm x 93mm x 84mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 3.3") having a weight of 560 grams (1.23 lbs) and the Pentax VS20 has dimensions of 111mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.5") and a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic GH4 vs Pentax VS20 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using during that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the GH4 against the VS20.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GH4 and VS20 is 66 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, it's tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizes simply by looking through specs. The picture below might provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the GH4 and VS20.

All in all, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact megapixel count but not the same sensor sizes. The GH4 offers the larger sensor which will make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult. The fresher GH4 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.